Title: Thunder of Zeus
Categories: Beverages Alcohol
Yield: 2 Quarts?

1	qt	Brandy, very good brand
2	tb	Whole coriander seed
1	tb	Whole cumin seed
6		Whole cloves
1		2" piece cinnamon stick
2	c	Sugar
2	c	Water
1/2		Vanilla bean, split
1		Bottle very good dry white wine

1. Carefully warm the brandy to 115F. Bruise the seeds and spices and add : them to the warm liquid. Pour the brandy into a bottle and seal it; : store in a cool, dark place to age for at least one month. 2. Dissolve the sugar in the water and add the vanilla bean. Combine with : the aged brandy mixture, add the white wine, bottle it, and let the : entire mixture age another month. Strain the liquid and pour into : bottles. Seal them and store in a cool, dark place.

Source: The Herb Companion Dec '95/Jan '96

From: Rammots

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