A rich, fruity infusion blending ripe blackcurrants with vodka and sugar for a deep, aromatic spirit ideal for sipping or cocktails.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 pound fresh or frozen blackcurrants, stems removed
→ Spirits
02 - 25 fluid ounces vodka, quality neutral vodka preferred
→ Sweetener
03 - 0.55 to 0.77 pounds granulated sugar, adjust to taste
# Directions:
01 - Wash the blackcurrants thoroughly and remove any stems or leaves. Pat dry if using fresh berries.
02 - Place the blackcurrants in a large sterilized glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid.
03 - Add the granulated sugar over the berries, then pour in the vodka to completely cover.
04 - Seal the jar tightly and shake gently to blend the ingredients.
05 - Store the jar in a cool, dark place. Shake gently every 2 to 3 days to help dissolve the sugar.
06 - Infuse for 3 to 6 weeks, tasting after 3 weeks to assess flavor development. When the flavor reaches your preference, proceed to straining.
07 - Pour the liqueur through a fine sieve or muslin cloth into a clean bottle, discarding the spent berries or reserving them for baking applications.
08 - Seal the bottled liqueur and store in a cool, dark place. Allow an additional 2 to 4 weeks for flavor maturation before serving.
