Blackberry brandy
1 quart
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | cups | Blackberries; cleaned & picked over |
| 2 | cups | Brandy |
| Grated peel of 1 lemon | ||
| 2 | cups | Sugar |
| 1 | cup | Water |
| Juice of 1 lemon | ||
Directions
Place the blackberries in a large clean glass jar or crock. Crush slightly to release the juices. Pour the brandy over the berries and add the lemon peel. Seal and allow to steep for 3 months.
When ready to finish the brandy, simmer the sugar, water and lemon juice in a small saucepan until clear. Allow to cool.
Pour the blackberry brandy through a strainer into a large jug and add the sugar syrup to taste. Pour into 1 large or 2 small decanters. Seal and label. (and decorate) ** Dallas Morning News -- Food section -- 19 July 1995 ** Posted by The WEE Scot -- Paul MacGregor Submitted By PAUL MACGREGOR On 08-17-95