Black Currant Liqueur
Description
Blackcurrant liqueur made at home should be present at any festive table. This drink is popular and is one of the favorites in many households.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. To make black currant liqueur at home, use fresh berries. As is well known, black currant has long been an excellent remedy, as it is a treasure trove of vitamins.
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Step 2
2. If fresh fruits are unavailable, use frozen ones. Also, prepare vodka or purified moonshine.
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Step 3
3. Take the prepared berries and mash them well. Place the resulting pulp into a bottle and pour in vodka. Add a little sugar and lemon zest—this will make the taste of the liqueur more piquant.
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Step 4
4. Rinse the container in which you crushed the berries with vodka as well, then transfer the mixture into a bottle. Let the liqueur sit in a dark place for about 5 days—only after this period can it be consumed. It is better if the liqueur is left to stand longer (about 20 days).