Redcurrant Liqueur

Redcurrants are usually made into a jelly to add to your roast dinner but with a few easy steps you can make them into a delicious drink, to have with your roast dinner!

Ingredients:

• 700ml Gin
• 300g Redcurrants
• 200g Granulated sugar

Slow Method:

1. Rinse and crush the Redcurrants and add to a 1l Kilner Jar.
2. Add the sugar and Gin.
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 Redcurrant Liqueur

Fast Method:

1. Rinse and crush the Redcurrants and add to a 1l Kilner Jar.
2. Add the sugar and Gin.
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 Redcurrant Liqueur

Mark’s Top Tip: Try substituting the Gin for Vodka, Rum, or Brandy. Once strained, they are still edible and taste great when served with ice cream.