Persimmon Liqueur

Have you ever heard of a Persimmon? No, neither had we until we went travelling in Spain where they are everywhere. What do you do with them? The answer is that you eat them whole, skin and all, and they are delicious. But, if you are not feeling adventurous, they also make an amazing liqueur

Ingredients:

• 700ml Brandy
• 500g Persimmons
• 200g Granulated sugar

Slow Method:

1. Rinse the persimmons, roughly chop and add to a 1l Kilner Jar.
2. Add the sugar and Brandy.
3. Put into a cool dark place and leave for 3 weeks.
4. Shake the jar every day until the sugar has dissolved
5. Strain into a clean bottle and test for taste. Add extra sugar if needed.
6. Enjoy your Persimmon Liqueur

Fast Method:

1. Rinse the persimmons, cut in half, and add to a 1l Kilner Jar.
2. Add the sugar and Brandy
3. Put into a water bath at 65°C for 3 hours.
4. Strain into a clean bottle and test for taste. Add extra sugar if needed.
5. Enjoy your Persimmon Liqueur

Mark’s Top Tip: Try substituting the Brandy for Gin, Rum, or Vodka.