Source: Janna, AdobeStockAromatic blackcurrant liqueur is very easy to make at home, and to prove it, we've already gathered 10 of the best recipes for you. Make sure to save them!
1. Blackcurrant Liqueur with Vodka
Source: nastoichka.ruA classic and at the same time the simplest liqueur to prepare.
You will need: 3 kg blackcurrants, 2 liters vodka, 800 g sugar, 8 g vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Sort the blackcurrants and mash them with a muddler. Mix with vodka, let stand for 1 hour, then strain through cheesecloth. Add both types of sugar, heat the mixture almost to a boil, but do not boil, and let it cool. Pour the liqueur into bottles and let it infuse for 2 weeks in a dark place.
2. Blackcurrant Liqueur with Leaves
Source: bee-master.ruIn addition to berries, this liqueur also requires blackcurrant leaves.
You will need: 300 g blackcurrants, 5 blackcurrant leaves, 250 ml vodka, 150 g sugar, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Place the leaves and mashed blackcurrants in a sterile jar. Pour in the vodka, close, and leave in a dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every 3 days. Prepare a syrup from water and sugar and let it cool. Strain the infusion, mix with the syrup, pour into a bottle, and let the liqueur infuse for another couple of weeks.
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3. Blackcurrant Liqueur with Water and Citric Acid
Source: samogoniche.ruAnother recipe with leaves, but this time more varied!
You will need: 200 g blackcurrants, 15 raspberry leaves, 15 blackcurrant leaves, 15 cherry leaves, 150 g sugar, 0.5 tsp citric acid, 1 liter water, 350 ml vodka.
Preparation: Sort the leaves and blackcurrants, pour 1 liter of boiling water over them, and let infuse for 12 hours covered. Strain this liquid and add sugar and citric acid. Bring to a boil and let cool. Mix the syrup with vodka, let infuse for 2 days in the refrigerator, and pour the liqueur into a bottle.
4. Blackcurrant Liqueur with Brandy
Source: dzen.ruThis sweet liqueur is especially good in various cocktails.
You will need: 1.5 kg blackcurrants, 1.5 liters brandy, 500 ml water, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Lightly mash the blackcurrants, place them in a jar, pour in the brandy, close, and leave for 2 months in a cool place. Filter the mixture. Prepare a syrup from water and sugar, mix with the infusion, and let the liqueur infuse for another 2 weeks. Pour it into bottles.
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5. Blackcurrant Liqueur with Alcohol
Source: povar.ruThe finished liqueur is quite strong, so add more water if desired.
You will need: 1 kg blackcurrants, 1 liter alcohol, 500 g sugar, 250 ml water.
Preparation: Sort the blackcurrants and mash them into a puree. Place in a jar, pour in the alcohol, close, and infuse for a week in a dark place. Strain the infusion. Boil a syrup from water and sugar, and let it cool. Mix the syrup with the infusion, let the liqueur infuse for another 1 week, and pour into a bottle.
6. Blackcurrant Liqueur without Syrup and Water
Source: albuy.ruTo make the liqueur stronger, you can skip boiling a separate syrup with water.
You will need: 700 g blackcurrants, 1.3 liters vodka, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Blend the blackcurrants, mix with vodka, pour into a jar, and infuse for 1 month in a dark, cool place. Strain the mixture and add sugar to taste. Stir and pour the liqueur into bottles.
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7. Blackcurrant and Redcurrant Liqueur
Source: timeshare-ok.ruAn excellent mix for any preserves, including alcoholic ones.
You will need: 500 g blackcurrants, 250 g redcurrants, 750 ml moonshine (or vodka), 250 ml water, 500 g sugar.
Preparation: Mash all the currants and mix them with moonshine. Place this in a jar and infuse for 24 hours at room temperature, covered with cling film or a plastic lid.
Stir, replace the lid with a new one, and refrigerate the mixture for 10 days. Squeeze everything through cheesecloth. Prepare a simple syrup from water and sugar, let it cool, and mix with the infusion. Pour the liqueur into bottles and place in a cool, dark place for another 1-2 weeks.
8. Blackcurrant Liqueur with Sugar Syrup
Source: ivanchau.ruA slightly different preparation method, and still a delicious liqueur!
You will need: 1 kg blackcurrants, 750 ml vodka, 700 ml water, 1 kg sugar.
Preparation: Mash the blackcurrants and squeeze the juice through cheesecloth. Prepare a syrup from water and sugar, pour in the blackcurrant juice, and bring to a boil again. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Pour in the vodka, stir, and simmer over low heat for 10-15 minutes, without boiling. Cool the liqueur, pour into bottles, and let it infuse for another week in a cool, dark place.
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9. Blackcurrant Liqueur with Cream
Source: pinterest.comA very unusual recipe, perfect for surprising your loved ones.
You will need: 500 g blackcurrants, 10 g vanilla sugar, 250 g sugar, 2 clove buds, 3 g lemon zest, 300 ml cream, 450 ml vodka.
Preparation: Mix the blackcurrants, zest, crushed cloves, and both types of sugar. Add the cream, bring the mixture to a boil, and immediately remove from heat. Let the mixture cool and strain through cheesecloth. Add the vodka, stir, pour into a bottle, and leave the liqueur in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Done!
10. Blackcurrant and Raspberry Liqueur
Source: alcovolna.ruRaspberries and blackcurrants are perfectly harmonious in alcoholic beverages.
You will need: 200 g blackcurrants, 200 g raspberries, 250 ml water, 750 g sugar, 750 ml vodka.
Preparation: Mash the blackcurrants and raspberries, place them in a jar, pour in the vodka, close, and leave for 1 month in a dark, cool place. Strain the infusion. Mix water with sugar, prepare a syrup, and let it cool. Mix the syrup with the berry infusion, pour into bottles, and let the liqueur infuse for another week before serving.