Hedgerow Fruits Gin
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Category
Drinks
Cuisine
British
Author:
Emily Davenport
Servings
34 servings
Prep Time
45 minutes
Calories
56
Flavoured gin is a simple and delicious way to preserve fruit. A store cupboard treat to offer unexpected guests, it's particularly good topped up with prosecco or champagne. This delectable Hedgerow Fruits Gin is from the Four Seasons Cookbook.
Ingredients
- Good quality gin 600ml (1 pint)
- Light brown muscovado sugar 150g (5oz) (see tip)
- Plums or damsons about 450g (1lb), halved, stoned and sliced or Sloes approx. 500g (1lb 2oz), each pricked with a fork
Directions
- Pour the gin into a large sterilised jar and add the sugar. Stir well until the sugar has dissolved. Add the fruit to the jar then cover with a tight-fitting lid. Store in a cool, dark place for about 3 months, stirring weekly. When the gin has developed a good, fruity flavour, strain it through muslin, discard the fruit and pour into sterilised bottles. Store for at least 1 month before drinking. Serve the gin chilled, over ice. For a long drink, top up a shot of the fruity gin with apple juice or elderflower tonic, or add a dash of cherry brandy and pour in champagne for a truly decadent cocktail.
Nutrition
Calories 56, Fat 0 grams, Saturated Fat 0 grams