The walnut shell is an unusual and at the same time very suitable ingredient for homemade moonshine, which gives it not only an interesting taste, but also significant benefits. You will find all the necessary information about preparing tinctures on walnut partitions in this article.
Useful properties of tincture on walnut partitions
Having eaten a nut, many simply throw away the shell, although it contains no less benefit than its edible core. Tincture, as a rule, contains only alcohol and internal partitions, which are part of the shell.
- It is alcohol that allows you to extract useful substances from them that have healing properties for humans:
- Iodine source. A large number of diseases are caused by the absence of this particular vital element. Walnut membranes contain enough of it to make up for the deficiency in the body and prevent the development of many diseases.
- Antibiotic. The substances in the composition prevent the active growth and subsequent development of pathogenic microbes.
- Tumor Remedy. Helps to remove carcinogens from the human body, slow down and stop the growth of cancer cells.
- Immunostimulant. It improves the metabolism, has a general tonic effect and strengthens the immune system.
- Remedy for high blood pressure.
- Gastrointestinal Benefits. Thanks to the active substances in the composition, nut partitions also have an astringent effect and the ability to stop diarrhea.
Important! With caution, you should take this tincture for people with Quincke's edema, urticaria, gastritis and neurodermatitis. Prior medical advice is recommended.
In addition to all of these properties, this drink can improve brain activity, promote healthy sleep, and strengthen memory. It is especially recommended for use by people over 40 years old. Regular intake of it can delay the development of multiple sclerosis and dementia.
Excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages can harm your health. Take the tincture as directed by your doctor and in moderation
Selection and preparation of ingredients
The main ingredient of the future tincture is nuts. You should approach their purchase carefully. Pay attention to the following points: the peel should not be damaged, there should not be traces of rot and mold inside and out.
Did you know? Effective activated carbon is produced from the burnt shell of ripe walnuts.
For recipes, both ripe and greenish nuts are suitable (but in this case it will be difficult to separate the partitions).
Recipe for tincture on moonshine and partitions of walnut with honey
0.5 L 10 minutes
walnut partitions
1 handful (approximately 70 g)
moonshine (or vodka)
0.5 l
Nutritional value per 100 g:
First, peel the nuts. It is best to let them lie down for a few days, so the partitions will be easier to separate.
The membranes are poured into a sterile container (liter jar) and filled with moonshine. The bank should be tightly closed and left in a place protected from direct sunlight for 10 days.
After this period, the tincture should be filtered. By this time, it is already acquiring a characteristic dark shade. For filtering, you can use gauze folded in several layers. It is recommended to squeeze out the remaining partitions, so additional liquid will come out of them.
The resulting drink must be poured back into the container and sweetened with honey.
Insist the mixture should be another 3-4 days, after which it is ready for use.
First, peel the nuts. It is best to let them lie down for a few days, so the partitions will be easier to separate.
The membranes are poured into a sterile container (liter jar) and filled with moonshine. The bank should be tightly closed and left in a place protected from direct sunlight for 10 days.
After this period, the tincture should be filtered. By this time, it is already acquiring a characteristic dark shade. For filtering, you can use gauze folded in several layers. It is recommended to squeeze out the remaining partitions, so additional liquid will come out of them.
The resulting drink must be poured back into the container and sweetened with honey.
Insist the mixture should be another 3-4 days, after which it is ready for use.Video recipe
Cherry Jam Recipe
For those who like to experiment, you can try this recipe with the addition of cherry jam instead of honey. It will give your tincture not only a pleasant aftertaste, but also a special color and aroma. You can replace 1 tbsp. l honey 1.5–2 tablespoons of jam.
Did you know? 50 ml of tincture exacerbates mental activity after half an hour from the time of admission. However, the reaction and accuracy of the action is deteriorating.
So, now you know how to use the remaining nutshells for good. The original alcoholic beverage will differ from others in both its special taste and therapeutic effect.
