Morello (Sour) Cherry Liqueur |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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I suppose you could make this with other types of cherries - but it won't have the same flavour. Morello's are not meant for eating out of hand - they DO make the most superb liqueur. This is the homemade liqueur you'll find in every Greek family's cupboard. This takes 1 1/2 months to macerate properly. Ingredients:
4 lbs fresh morello cherries (or other variety) |
3 lbs sugar (approximately) |
2 pints vodka |
2 pints good-quality brandy |
2 cinnamon sticks (about 3 inches long) |
10 whole cloves |
1 whole nutmeg (optional 6-8 allspice berries (optional) |
1 star anise (optional) |
Directions:
1. Wash and remove the stems from the cherries.
2. Place a layer of cherries in a 4-quart jar and cover with a 1/2 inch layer of sugar.
3. Continue layering cherries and sugar in this manner, ending with sugar.
4. Add the spices and vodka.
5. Seal jar.
6. Place in a spot that receives the most sunlight during the day.
7. Leave to macerate for 4 weeks.
8. Add the brandy.
9. Seal tightly and let stand another 2 weeks, shaking every so often.
10. Strain into another bottle.
11. Discard spices.
12. Put cherries back in the bottle.
13. Store in a cool, dark place.
14. To serve: Pour into your pretties liqueur glass (the liqueur is ruby-red) and add 1-2 cherries to each glass.
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