Creme De Cassis

* Exported from MasterCook *

Creme De Cassis

Recipe By : Making Cordials & Liqueurs at Home, J.P. Farrell
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cordials & Liqueurs Fourth

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 Cups Sun-Maid Currants
3 Cups Boiling Water
1 Fifth 80-Proof Vodka
Sugar Syrup, 1/2 To 1 Cup

Cook the currants in the boiling water for about 5 minutes; let them cool
and discard the water. Put the currants and the vodka into a tightly
closed jar and let steep for 1-2 weeks, shaking the jar vigorously
occasionally. Strain and filter through cheesecloth. Add 1/2 cup sugar
syrup, stir and taste. May add up to 1 cup of syrup, stirring and
tasting after each small addition.


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