Homemade Chocolate Liqueur | FAST EASY RECIPE

[@KarenPScott]

What?! Godiva is no more??? No worries our beloved Ms. Savidge to the rescue! You are the best; your recipes never disappoint! Thank you, just in time for VD!

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Thank you so much 🥰 Cheers!

[@DuckieDooh]

E&J is the brandy that goes in my egg nog, it works great!

[@icemancantcook]

We were just at Total Wine on Wednesday and I showed my wife Mozart, saying they don't make Godvia anymore. We did not buy it, so this video is quite timely. I realized I didn't need to watch this video, because I'd be watching it again once I made this, so I gave it more of a listen while I made some Orange Ginger wing sauce... Have you ever seen the show Chef's Table on Netflix? I love cooking while listening to that show... Just people giving a damn is inspiring while I'm just throwing ingredients together with care for my wife to not appreciate. I feel the highest honor I can give you is that I can listen to you talk about drinks/food while cooking, just like the best chef's in the world. It's that or music. No podcasts...

[@icemancantcook]

Also, that E&J XO is in a lot of mason jars in my house, it's my goto for making liqueurs.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Yet again, you win for comment that makes me laugh the most! This is the best compliment ever!!! Thank you!!!! 🙏

[@jodietimheitz9066]

After realizing last year our Total Wine down here didn’t carry Godiva anymore I was turned on to another great one 1010 Chocolate Whiskey liqueur which was really good. Then in September they stopped carrying that one too, so I made my own batch similar to yours. Fast forward to yesterday and I came across another really good one, Borgata Classic. I would definitely try your version next time! Keep up the great work and continued success! 2024 is gonna be a great year for you! 🙏🙏🙏

[@ab1otic222]

I really love how much you enjoyed the tastings! Great video as always.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Thank you 😂🤣

[@Minyassa]

No! I didn't know about Godiva...that's devastating! D: FINE then, I'm with you, we will make our own. And especially that white chocolate, too. I'm excited to try these recipes, I've got my fancy cocoa picked out already.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

I know- I’m so bummed they’re done!!

[@Mark_Knight]

Excellent video. I didn't really know what Chocolate liquor was.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Glad it was helpful! 🥃

[@AJ-hc5xm]

Your videos are fun to watch. Not only do I love your natural style, frankness, and your appreciation for fabulous flavors, but I love your hair style! Great cut!

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Wow, thank you!

[@christinecamley]

Yummmalicious!!! Ohhh these looks delicious!! 🙂

[@bug_queen8574]

sounds heavenly!! I was also wondering what happened to the Godiva, sad that it's discontinued, but I will definitely make some, maybe a mash of the dark & milk

[@JG-rq1ws]

Great show. Thank you. If you are looking for a taster I can be the one. Could you do orange ligueur sometime?

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Absolutely! Stay tuned :)

[@adilchahbiFB]

I already tried sabra chocolate liquor really magnificent i am a fan of liquor and whiskey too😊

[@BIGatorEJ]

Jessica with the E&J XO! That’s my secret weapon. For your Amaretto I did 1/2 E&J XO and 1/2 Ciroc Vodka (grape distilled vodka). Amazing!

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Ooooh, that might be a good combo here too! Especially if you want to do something with a little more kick (meaning add a touch of Ciroc rather than replacing half the brandy). Cheers!!

[@marieclay5214]

I’m so happy i found your page I just love your work and your humor ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Thank you so much! Glad you’re here 🥰

[@Takpay]

I just found you last night. I am right now making Amaretto. Thank you.

[@luannemacdonald8380]

I just made this with a VOSP brandy. It’s amazing!!! Thank you.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Yummmm! Glad you enjoyed the recipe!

[@andrewriker5518]

I'm a baker... I always have black cocoa on hand. I'll be making this today. I made your amaretto, khalua, and Irish cream. All excellent. I do like the amaretto with the fire ball better...... not that I am making multiple batches or anything 🤔 🙄

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Love to hear it!!! Let me know what you think of the black cocoa version- I’d do a mix of the two. Cheers!! 🥃

[@next4887]

Sooooo what if you made this in a wide mouth mason type jar and used your “Old Fashion” smoker. Put the jar in the freezer and make your mix. Pull it out wait for the condensation to form then blow the smoke in there. Add your mix and enjoy or wait for the flavor to develop.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Sounds like a great experiment!

[@Xani13]

RIP Godiva chocolate liqueur. It's delicious!

[@kb2vca]

Great video. Thanks. I am planning on using crushed roasted cocoa nibs. I am thinking that 3/4 C of cocoa is about 4 oz of nibs.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

If you’re going to use crushed nibs, I would let this sit for a day or two (at least), and then filter through fine mesh or cheese cloth. Depending on how fine the crush is, I don’t think the nibs will dissolve the same way the ground cocoa does. But you’ll know when you’re making the syrup. If it feels at all gritty after you’ve boiled the syrup, you need to let it sit and then strain. If it’s silky and smooth, you’re good to go! Let me know how it turns out 🥃

[@kb2vca]

Will do. I also learned that using a sous vide heating unit set at 150 F (about 66 C) for about 90 minutes pulls out the flavors from fruit and nuts and so can save weeks of steeping. I don't use bags but mason jars that I stand on a trivet to allow the hot water to fully circulate. Currently making my version of Sabra using orange zest (350 g) and cocoa nibs (100 g) with a over proofed vodka that I will be diluting with sugar syrup and water. One other "secret" is to add the steeped botanicals to the water as you dissolve the sugar. You extract every last ounce of flavor from them as well as the alcohol that has seeped into the nuts or fruit. Just don't heat the water above about 140 F (alcohol boils off at about 78.3 C (173 F)

[@angiegirl7154]

Oh thank you this looks amazing I will make this for sure ❤

[@paulasiefert2059]

So many differences between the amounts listed in the recipe and the video! I hope it comes out as good as your Irish cream.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

I just noticed that I had swapped the water & sugar measurements in the written description! Fixed now (thank you for commenting). It should be 1 cup of water, and 1 1/4 cup of sugar. Although, it will still work with the other measurements, it will just be a touch thinner and will not dramatically affect flavor :)

[@alkylhalida5065]

Thank you, i learn english in this video...😊

[@Marksplaytime]

Total Wine guy told me the Godiva liqueur was in name only (a different company licensed the name and label) and there was nothing actually Godiva about it and he thought it was way overrated for the price. He pointed me to a few other things, namely Borgata, which is much thicker and richer. That being said my dad loved the Godiva so it will be good to play with this. He loves my Jameson-based Irish Cream too.

[@DyesubDave]

This is a very DANGEROUS channel to watch! 😜

[@FaidonGrigrousis]

Pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeee make one (scrumptious, as always) regarding white chocolate. Luv you so much

[@SusanMullen-p6p]

Mozart Dark Chocolate Liquor is a very good substitute for Godiva

[@carolrooney3353]

I made Baileys the other day, but instead of Irish Whiskey, I used Deez Peanut Butter Whiskey and made a Peanut Butter Cup Baileys - Freakin' Amazing

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Yummmmmm

[@christophersamuelian3458]

Could you substitute tequila instead of using brandy? Was in Mexico before Christmas and sampled some great chocolate tequila liqueurs in Cozumel and Costa Maya.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Absolutely! If you enjoy tequila, I think it would make a wonderful chocolate liqueur 🥃

[@irishpixierose]

I just found your channel. We're so sad, we love Godiva liqueur 😢 Won't Kirsch give this a cherry flavor & possibly over power the chocolate? We remember sipping E&J Brandy from years ago.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Kirsch will definitely give this a cherry flavor, but I don’t think it will be overpowering. But I haven’t tried it yet, so I’m not sure! Seems worth an experiment ;)🥃

[@bikerbabe4442]

I love brandy😍

[@RobBalazs]

Thanks so much for this!

[@SavidgeKitchen]

You're so welcome! Cheers :)

[@RobBalazs]

@@SavidgeKitchen As soon as I clear some fridge space, it’s gonna be all about the Ube syrup! Very excited to play around with that!

[@SavidgeKitchen]

@RobBalazs love to hear it!!! Let me know how it goes :)

[@RobBalazs]

@@SavidgeKitchen Oh, I’ll tag ya in the cocktails!

[@iwanttoseeii]

Please please make the White Chocolate !!!!!

[@nowaythatshealthy]

Can I use my favorite chocolate syrup instead of making the syrup from scratch? If so how much would you use? So just mix the brandy with the syrup?

[@SavidgeKitchen]

It’s going to depend heavily on the consistency of the syrup. I’d start with a 2:1 ratio of Brandy to syrup, and adjust from there. You may want to add some water and a touch of vanilla too… start small and build up to the taste you prefer. Let me know how it goes!

[@LoveHer-q2t]

I haven’t seen in any of you videos, a chocolate martini. Please make a chocolate martini with the chocolate liqueurs you made, thank you😊

[@cynrich1]

Have you ever made this with Ruby Chocolate?

[@maghteridon5555]

In the milk chocolate version you've said in the video to use 180 ml of cream, but in the description is 240 ml. What would you say is the better amount? So you say not to reduce sugar in the milk chocolate version? :D

[@SavidgeKitchen]

240! Sorry if I was unclear in the video, but the description is correct :) And yes, I used the same amount of sugar in both, but please feel free to experiment and find the balance that suits your tastes. Cheers! 🥃

[@PandyGirl]

Oh hearing that Godiva is no longer avl breaks my hear.. PLEASE PLEASE do a white chocolate version it was my fav !

[@tigerlover7359]

On your confusion of the pronunciations during 1:25 The first one has 2 a’s the second one has 2 o’s. (“Ca cow” = cacao) (“co co” = cocoa) And just a fun fact, cocoa comes from cacao cause cacao is the tree that chocolate comes from. Apart from the information, I need to do this cause I have yet to buy crème the cacao and every drink I want that is chocolate flavored has it. Lol

[@patriciafrancis9134]

Do both versions need to be kept in the fridge?

[@SavidgeKitchen]

The dark chocolate should be ok just in a cool dark place, but I personally keep mine (along with all my other homemade liqueurs) in a fridge. The milk chocolate one definitely needs the fridge. Cheers!

[@patriciafrancis9134]

@@SavidgeKitchen Thanks, I collected around 4 of your recipes and plan to make and give them as gifts on Easter

[@SavidgeKitchen]

How lovely!! I hope everyone enjoys them! 🥃

[@staceyk111]

Where do get the bottles?

[@dhultgren1]

I've heard that in the south E&J is sometimes called "Easy Jesus" 😂 I'm guessing that is because if you drink too much, you start quoting religious scripture. 🤣

[@SavidgeKitchen]

Hah! Had no idea, but I love it!

[@elvykay]

That eerck and jerk😂😂E&J

[@allycatspreparedlife5313]

I’ve been watching your videos. You don’t say if cream liquor needs refrigeration.

[@SavidgeKitchen]

It’s in the description. Yes, refrigerate cream liqueurs :)