Raspberry Liqueur

* Exported from MasterCook *

RASPBERRY LIQUEUR

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Beverages

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pt Fresh raspberries
2 1/2 c Vodka
1 Vanilla bean
1/4 t Whole allspice
1/2 c Sugar syrup (see recipe)

Select full coloured and plumb berries, avoiding stained baskets (sign of
overripe or softened and decayed berries). Season is May to July. DO NOT
wash until ready to use as water causes mold to form.
Rinse berries and place in a mixing bowl, lightly crushing to release
flavor. Add vodka, vanilla bean, and allspice. Stir and store in bottle
in cool dark place for 3 weeks. Strain mixture through dampened cleesecoth
squeezing as much juice as possible. Pour back in bottle adding sugar
syrup to taste (1/3 to 1/2 cup per pint) and age another 3-5 weeks.
Yield: 1 pint plus Container: Wide mouth quart jar



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