Plum Brandy
Description
The drink is quick and easy to prepare. The suggested recipe uses prunes. I usually make this drink in advance for New Year celebrations. It needs to steep well and develop its flavor. It's worth noting that you should choose pitted prunes. You can use vodka as a base, but double its amount. The drink is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2
Rinse the prunes. Pour boiling water over them and let stand for 10 minutes. Repeat the process with fresh boiling water.
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Step 3
Pour boiling water over the lemon. Remove the zest.
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Step 4
Take a 1-liter glass container. Place the drained prunes, zest and juice of half a lemon, and a tablespoon of sugar into it.
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Step 5
Pour the contents of the container with moonshine. Mix.
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Step 6
Cover the container with a lid and place it in a dark place for 5 days. Shake it daily for the first three days.
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Step 7
After 5 days, take out the future liqueur. Stir.
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Step 8
Boil the syrup. Pour 100 ml of water into a saucepan and add 4 tablespoons of sugar heaped. Place over medium heat. Cook until the syrup begins to change color.
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Step 9
Cool the sugar syrup.
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Step 10
Mix the cooled sugar syrup with the future liqueur. Stir. Cover with a lid. Store in a dark place for 20 days. Shake the container daily for the first three days.
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Step 11
After the specified time, strain the drink through a sieve lined with several layers of gauze. If you want a clearer beverage, additionally filter the infusion through cotton wool.
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Step 12
The liqueur is not chilled, but served at room temperature. Enjoy!