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Linden Flower Liqueur

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This macerated liqueur is made using the flowers of Linden trees, which bloom in Seattle in mid to late June.  In Provence, where lindens are thought to have soporific qualities, the collecting and drying of linden flowers for teas,  alcohols and tinctures is a cottage industry.  Because the fragrance of the flowers is subtle, I […]

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This macerated liqueur is made using the flowers of Linden trees, which bloom in Seattle in mid to late June.  In Provence, where lindens are thought to have soporific qualities, the collecting and drying of linden flowers for teas,  alcohols and tinctures is a cottage industry.  Because the fragrance of the flowers is subtle, I

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Harvesting Linden Blossoms

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In the neighborhood where I live, many of the trees that line the streets are lindens.  I was not really aware of this until a day several summers ago when I was walking home from work.  It was a warm late June evening and the still air was filled with an intoxicating, sweet floral fragrance

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In the neighborhood where I live, many of the trees that line the streets are lindens.  I was not really aware of this until a day several summers ago when I was walking home from work.  It was a warm late June evening and the still air was filled with an intoxicating, sweet floral fragrance

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Liqueur aux fleurs de cerisier

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Making cherry blossom liqueur is the perfect project for spring, when the cherry trees burst into bloom and blossoms are abundant.  This liqueur has a very delicate floral aroma that is best when sipped cold without ice.  It also works well as a flavoring for fritters or crepes.    

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Making cherry blossom liqueur is the perfect project for spring, when the cherry trees burst into bloom and blossoms are abundant.  This liqueur has a very delicate floral aroma that is best when sipped cold without ice.  It also works well as a flavoring for fritters or crepes.    

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Liqueur de Farigoule

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T Farigoule is the provençal word for thyme and this traditional liqueur is full of the sunny flavors of that region.   It  is great as an aperitif over ice or as an after dinner digestif.  

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T Farigoule is the provençal word for thyme and this traditional liqueur is full of the sunny flavors of that region.   It  is great as an aperitif over ice or as an after dinner digestif.  

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