Orgeat
Orgeat (1808) Orgeat is a sweet almond-based beverage, which was served at countless Regency gatherings. This recipe is from Mrs. Rundell's New System of Domestic Cookery, 1808. These days orgeat is most often used as a mixer in cocktails such as the 'Little Mummy' and the 'Mai Tai.' Orgeat Almond-based cordial from a recipe by Mrs. Rundell, 1808. 12 oz blanched almonds30 count bitter almonds1 cup sugar2 tbsp orange water1 cup brandy3 pints milk3 pints water Make a coarse almond paste in the blender, using the blanched and bitter almonds with 1 tbsp water.Bring to a simmer [...]
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