Strawberry Vodka

Strawberries can be found nowadays at any time of the year but the absolute best are those which are picked in season and grown in the UK.

Ingredients:

• 700ml Vodka
• 500g Strawberries
• 200g Granulated sugar

Slow Method:

1. Rinse the strawberries, cut in half, and add to a 1l Kilner Jar.
2. Add the sugar and Vodka.
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 Strawberry Vodka

Fast Method:

1. Rinse the strawberries, cut in half, and add to a 1l Kilner Jar.
2. Add the sugar and Vodka.
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 Strawberry Vodka

Mark’s Top Tip: Try substituting the Vodka for Gin, Rum, or Brandy. The colour will leach out of the strawberries turning them a light shade of pink, they are still edible and taste great when served with ice cream.