Curacoa

• The Zest of A Dozen Fine Louisiana Oranges
• 3 Fine Lemons
• 3 Quarts

Grate the zests of the fruit as carefully as possible, so as to preserve the fine aromatic oils, and without touching the white pulp. Then put the zests in a large glass bottle or vessel that can be closed tightly, and pour over the Brandy. Shake well, and let it stand for fifteen days, each day shaking the bottle well, to agitate the juices. Make a Syrup with the sugar and water, first beating