Recipe: Atholl Brose
🕒 Total Time: 50 minutes
🥄 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🍲 Cook Time: 45 minutes
Description:
Legend has it that Atholl Brose, a concoction dating back to 1475, played a pivotal role in the capture of the Earl of Ross by the Duke of Atholl. This magical potion, made from oats, water, honey, and Scotch whisky, has been celebrated ever since. Whether for St. Patrick’s Day or any gathering, Atholl Brose is a delightful punch beverage with a rich history.
Recipe Category: Punch Beverage
Keywords: Beverages, Grains, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Potluck, St. Patrick’s Day, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 602.5
- Fat Content: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 2.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 11.4g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 8.9g
- Protein Content: 0.6g
Ingredients:
- 3 cups old-fashioned oatmeal
- 32 cups water
- 2 cups honey
- 2 cups Scotch whisky
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Put oatmeal into a bowl, and mix with water to create a thick paste. |
| 2 | Let stand for ½ hour. |
| 3 | In the next step, the aim is to save the liquid – not the oatmeal! |
| 4 | Strain the liquid through a fine strainer or sieve into a bowl. |
| 5 | Press with the back of a spoon to extract all the liquid, and then discard the oatmeal. |
| 6 | Mix the liquid with honey, and stir until well-blended. |
| 7 | Pour into a quart bottle, fill up with Scotch whisky, and cork the bottle tightly. |
| 8 | Always shake before using. |
Enjoy your Atholl Brose, a timeless beverage with a touch of Scottish history! 🏴🥃
