Orgeat almond syrup

Orgeat almond syrup

A rich almond syrup, the backbone of tiki drinks like the Mai Tai. Simplified version, no toasting almonds from scratch.

Ingredients

  • Almond milk250 ml
  • Sugar250 g

Method

  1. Combine the almond milk and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir constantly until the sugar fully dissolves, without letting it boil.
  3. Take it off the heat and let it cool to room temperature before using it: warm syrup melts the ice and waters the drink down. Keep it in a tightly sealed bottle or jar.

Yield

Makes about 400 ml

Keeps

Tightly sealed in the fridge, it lasts up to 2 weeks