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Bitter almond liqueur

Bitter almond liqueur is a special kind of drink that people make using a fruit called bitter almonds. Bitter almonds are different from regular almonds because they have a strong and slightly bitter taste.

To make bitter almond liqueur, people start by crushing the bitter almonds into very tiny pieces. Then, they mix the crushed almonds with alcohol, which is a liquid that comes from things like grapes or grains. They leave the mixture for a while so that the alcohol can absorb all the flavors and smells from the bitter almonds.

After some time, the mixture is filtered to remove all the crushed almonds and leave only the liquid behind. This liquid is the bitter almond liqueur!

The taste of bitter almond liqueur can be a bit strong and it might not be very sweet. Some people like to drink it as it is, while others prefer to mix it with other things to make different kinds of drinks. For example, they might mix it with sweet syrups, like cherry or chocolate, or even use it in cocktails to add a unique flavor.

Since bitter almond liqueur is made with alcohol, it is important for only grown-ups to drink it. Remember, alcohol is something that is not for children. It's always better to ask an adult before trying anything that contains alcohol.

So, in short, bitter almond liqueur is a special and slightly bitter drink made by mixing crushed bitter almonds with alcohol. It might not be very sweet, so it's best for grown-ups to enjoy it!
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