Homemade Spiced Blackcurrant Vodka (Print)

A rich, aromatic homemade liqueur featuring deep blackcurrant flavors infused with warm spices and smooth vodka.

# Components:

→ Fruit & Alcohol

01 - 1 lb 2 oz fresh or frozen blackcurrants
02 - 25 fl oz good-quality vodka

→ Sweetener

03 - 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar

→ Spices

04 - 1 cinnamon stick
05 - 4 whole cloves
06 - 2 star anise
07 - 5 black peppercorns
08 - Zest of 1 unwaxed lemon in strips

# Directions:

01 - Rinse the blackcurrants and pat dry thoroughly. Slightly crush them with a potato masher or fork to release the juices.
02 - Place the crushed blackcurrants in a large sterilized jar with a minimum capacity of 1.5 liters.
03 - Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, black peppercorns, and lemon zest to the jar with the blackcurrants.
04 - Pour the sugar into the jar, followed by the vodka.
05 - Seal the jar tightly and shake gently to begin dissolving the sugar.
06 - Store the sealed jar in a cool, dark place for 2 to 4 weeks, shaking gently every few days to facilitate flavor infusion and sugar dissolution.
07 - After the infusion period, strain the mixture through a fine sieve or muslin cloth into a clean jug. Discard the solids completely.
08 - Decant the strained liqueur into sterilized bottles, seal tightly, and label with the date and contents.
09 - Allow the liqueur to mature for at least one additional week before drinking for optimal flavor development. Serve chilled or over ice.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Intense Fruit Flavor: Using a high volume of berries ensures a rich, authentic blackcurrant taste.
  • Warming Spices: The combination of cinnamon, cloves, and star anise adds a cozy, aromatic depth.
  • Customizable Sweetness: You can easily tweak the sugar levels to suit your personal preference.
  • Versatile Use: Perfect for sipping neat, mixing into festive cocktails, or gifting in decorative bottles.
02 -
  • Quality Spirits: Use a mid-range, good-quality vodka that you enjoy drinking, as the quality of the base alcohol will affect the final product.
  • The Gift of Time: Although it’s ready after straining, the flavor truly settles and improves if left to mature in the bottle for at least one additional week.
  • Gifting Idea: For a beautiful homemade gift, decant into smaller swing-top bottles and decorate with a piece of ribbon and a handwritten label detailing the ingredients.
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