What is Orgeat Syrup and how do you make it? Well, Orgeat is a vintage syrup made with almonds, sugar, water, and a small amount of orange blossom water or rosewater. It’s often used in Tiki-drinks and it’s not too difficult to make at home. In fact, a lot of folks choose the DIY approach, just make sure you use the freshest ingredients. Here’s a link to our preferred brand of Orgeat Syrup, but if you’re feeling adventurous, try the recipe below.
Orgeat Syrup Recipe, by ultimatemaitai.com
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond Milk unsweetened
- ¾ cup Sugar
- 1 cup Demerara Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Rose Water
- 2 teaspoons Orange Blossom Water
- 2 teaspoons Almond Extract
- 1 oz Demerara Rum
Steps
- Over heat, combine Almond Milk with sugars and stir frequently.
- As soon as it starts to simmer, remove from heat.
- Add the rest of ingredients after cooling, then bottle and refrigerate
What is Orgeat?
The exact origins of orgeat syrup are unclear, but it’s believed to have been created in the Middle East or North Africa in ancient times.
The word “orgeat” comes from the French word “orge,” which means barley. Originally, orgeat syrup was made from barley and was used as a non-alcoholic alternative to beer. Over time, the recipe evolved, and almonds became the primary ingredient.
In the Middle Ages, orgeat syrup was used as a medicinal drink and was believed to have healing properties. It was also used as a flavoring for desserts and pastries.
Orgeat syrup became popular in Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries and was often used in cocktails and punches. In the United States, orgeat syrup became popular during the tiki cocktail era of the 1930s and 1940s and was often used in tropical cocktails.
