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Authentic Italian Black Cherrycello Recipe

Authentic Italian Black Cherrycello Recipe for Homemade Liqueur

Delightful homemade liqueur celebrating the rich flavor of black cherries, perfect for sharing and enjoying in cocktails.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Infusion Time 30 days
Total Time 30 days 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bottles
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 liters vodka large bottle
  • 4 cups frozen dark pitted cherries thawed
  • 2 cups granulated sugar

Equipment

  • large canning jars
  • large glass measuring cup

Method
 

  1. Divide the bottle of vodka evenly between the two large canning jars. Add two cups of cherries to each jar. Add 1 cup of sugar to each jar. Screw the lids on tightly and shake.
  2. Keep the jars in a cupboard or dark place for at least 1 month, shaking at least twice a week.
  3. When the liqueur is steeped, strain a jar into a large glass measure with a pour spout and decant into two sterilized 8.5 oz. bottles.
  4. Pack all of the cherries into one of the quart jars and top off with rum, bourbon, or brandy for cocktail cherries.
  5. Store bottles of liqueur and cherries in a cool dry place.

Nutrition

Serving: 8.5oz

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different spirits like rum, bourbon, or brandy for your cherries. Adding vanilla or citrus zest can enhance the flavor.

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