Almond tasty

1 c  Unsalted almonds, chopped
      1 ts chocolate extract
      1    vanilla bean (1 inch)
    1/2    Orange peel, scraped
      2 c  Vodka
      1 sm Lemon wedge, scraped peel
 
  Lightly pound almonds with hammer (in bag or cover with paper towel) and
  combine with other ingredients in bottle. Be sure to thoroughly scrape
  orange and lemon peels. Let steep for two weeks, turning bottle
  occasionally. The chocolate extract tends to settle on the bottom and the
  finished liqueur may need to be mixed before serving. Strain and filter.
  Experiment with different variations of this recipe, perhaps alternating
  hazelnuts or adding some spices.
  Yield: 1 pint           Container: Wide mouth quart jar