This homemade mango liqueur is a deliciously fruity drink made with just mango, vodka and sugar. Perfect on its own, on ice or in cocktails.
Over the years, I’ve made many, many alcoholic infusions, using vodka or gin as the base. If you’ve been following me a while, you’ll know this, of course. A handful of them have generated many social media posts from my readers and YouTube viewers, which means they must be good!
We’ve made the Italian Limoncello, Rhubarb Gin, Raspberry Gin and the old British classic, Sloe Gin, just to name a few. They all follow the same formula of adding fruit/vegetable to alcohol, with sugar added. Then on top of that, depending on the drink (and my mood when making it), I may add additional flavourings like a vanilla pod, herbs, lemon and lime slices, and even dried chillies.
One of the methods of processing and preserving mango is to ferment the mango juice, which has high carbohydrate content into alcohol like ethanol (Obisanya et al., 1987).
Homemade Mango Liqueur Recipe
Our mango vodka, as you can also call it, is very easy to make at home. All you need is:
Keeping it simple, that’s all you need. If you are feeling adventurous, I give you the option of adding a couple of chipotle chillies or 1 ancho chilli. The former will add a smoky heat to our homemade mango liqueur, while the latter will add a sweet, raisin like flavour.
All we do is:
- mix all the ingredients together in a large, sterile jar
- leave to sit in a fairly cool and dark place for a minimum of 4 weeks
- strain into sterilised bottles and enjoy
All homemade liqueurs make great gifts, whatever the occasion.
As with all my drink infusions, I advise you to get a fairly good quality vodka, the sort you’d be happy with to drink on its own.
This is especially true for our homemade mango liqueur because mango has a fairly subtle flavour. That means it won’t have the character to drown out any roughness in a cheap vodka.
You don’t have to spend a fortune, just shop around and read the reviews before buying.
Your mangoes will also determine the colour of your final drink. The more yellow they are, the deeper the colour you’ll get. I’m using Mexican mangoes, Ataúlfo, which, like their Indian and Pakistani counterparts, have a deep yellow colour, practically bordering on orange.
They are also very sweet, which means I can use less sugar, than if I were using mangoes I would usually get in our supermarkets.
We’ll be using white sugar, and whether that’s caster or granulated, it doesn’t matter. I’m going to give you a fairly wide range in the amount of sugar for this mango vodka. We’ll start with the lower amount (200g/1 cup), and we’ll add more halfway through, if you want it sweeter.
How much sugar you use will depend on your taste as well as your mangoes.
Homemade Mango Liqueur, as it is, with nothing else added, may be a little on the tame side for those of you who’ve tried my other vodka infusions, like Krupnik and Strawberry and Rhubarb Vodka. This is because, as mentioned earlier, mango has a rather quiet disposition.
So that’s why I like dropping a dried chilli or two when making it. I think the smoky heat that chipotles give are a perfect complement, as is the fruity-raisin flavour of the ancho.
But you can please yourself here. Drop 3 basil leaves or a tiny sprig of rosemary for a herbal kick. Remember, both of these are powerful herbs, so a little will go a long way.
There may not be many mango cocktails in the world, but the recipes that feature the fruit are wonderful and amazing. So whether you have a mango rum, vodka, or liqueur in your bar or want to play with the fresh fruit or mango nectar, there are several tasty drink recipes youll want to try.
MANGO WINE how to make it at home Easy recipe for beginners
FAQ
What alcohol is made from mangoes?
Can mangoes turn into alcohol?
What is mango liquor?
Does mango contain alcohol?
What alcoholic drinks are flavored with mango?
The orange-y and yellow-y colored alcoholic beverage contains lemon juice, mango juice, soda water, lemon-based bitters, dried mango and slices of lemon. It is a refreshing drink with a bit of a fizz! 5. Mango Flavored Boozy Lemonade This may look like a simple lemonade, but it isn’t.
Do mangoes have any negative side effects to consumption?
Mango is a good source of folate, several B vitamins, as well as vitamins A, C, K, and E. One cup (165 grams) of fresh mango contain 99 calories and 24.7 gram carbohydrate. Since it has high natural sugar content so it may be harmful to diabetics. So, if you also have diabetes then consult your doctor before having them. Overeating mangoes may cause diarrhea. So, it is always recommended to have a moderate consumption of this fruit. Because mango is rich in fiber and high consumption of fibrous fruits may cause diarrhea problem.
Can you mix mango with alcohol?
Yes, it is perfectly fine to mix mango with alcohol. In fact, it is a common flavor used in cocktails, homemade wine, and even in Asian inspired drinks. What Are The Ingredients Used In A Mango Bomb Shot? If you are either looking to try or make a mango bomb shot, here is what is included: This is the reason you get a spicy hit after drinking it.
What is mango liqueur?
One flavor that never fails to impress is mango. This tropical fruit is sweet, juicy, and packed with flavor, making it a popular ingredient in cocktails. Mango liqueur is a delicious addition to any cocktail recipe. It adds a sweet and fruity flavor that pairs well with a variety of spirits, from tequila to vodka.