STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR

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This is being posted for the great strawberry recipe swap and for Rita who I know will perk up her ears when she sees it! I havent tried it and am not much of a liqueur person but the recipe says that it is a vivid red cordial with the fresh taste of strawberries.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     Beverages

Time P1m8DT1h15m

Yield 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups fresh strawberries, ripe and unblemished
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 cups vodka (100 proof)
1 cup water
1 teaspoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Wash and stem the berries.
  • In a bowl crush the berries and sugar together.
  • Let stand for 1 hour.
  • Transfer mixture to a clean 2 qt container.
  • Add vodka, water, lemon juice, and zests.
  • Cover and let stand in a cool dark place for 2 days, shaking several times each day.
  • Press the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, discard solids.
  • Transfer the liqueur to a clean container.
  • Cover and let stand for 1 week.
  • Filter into a decorative bottle with a tight fitting lid.
  • Age for at least 1 month before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2330.3, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 19.1, Carbohydrate 334.1, Fiber 9, Sugar 320.7, Protein 3

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