Cherry Mint Liqueur

* Exported from MasterCook *

CHERRY MINT LIQUEUR

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Serving Size : 3 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Alcoholic

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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-----HOMEMADE LIQUEURS-----
2 1/2 Cups Sweet Bing cherries -- pitted
10 Crushed cherry stones
10 Fresh mint leaves
1 Slice dpeel of 1/2 lemon
2 Cups Vodka
1/2 Cup Sugar (not sugar syrup)

Remove the stems from the cherries, cut in half, and remove the pits. Crush
the cherries lightly. Crush about 10 of the cherry stones by placing them in
a plastic or cloth bag and hitting with a hammer. Place crushed pits and
cherries in a quart jar. Add the sugar, then the vodka. Close the jar
tightly and place in the sun daily for 1 week. Then set the jar in a cool
dark place for 4 weeks. Strain. Let mature at least 2 months.





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