Black-fruit rowan liqueur
Description
The drink is quick and easy to prepare. This recipe for black chokeberry liqueur does not specify exact ingredient quantities, as homemade drinks are made to taste. The more sugar you add, the sweeter the liqueur will be; the more vodka, the stronger it will be. Experiment, and you'll find your perfect version.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Wash the rowanberries under running water and place them in a saucepan. Mash with a masher or spoon to release the juice.
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Step 2
2. Pour in cold water and mash a bit more.
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Step 3
3. For aroma and a richer flavor, cherry leaves, previously washed, are used in making aronia berry liqueur. If desired, you can use other fruit or berry leaves. Set the container with berries aside for half an hour.
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Step 4
4. After half an hour, place over heat and warm slightly. Do not bring to a boil yet.
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Step 5
5. Line the sieve with several layers of cheesecloth and strain the contents of the pot through it.
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Step 6
6. Then add sugar and citric acid to taste. Place back on the heat and this time bring to a boil.
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Step 7
7. Mix thoroughly until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat, let it cool slightly, and add vodka. That's it—homemade Aronia berry liqueur is ready.