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Easy Damson Vodka
With its distinctively jewel-like appearance and deliciously different flavour, this homemade liqueur is one that you just have to make. My homemade damson vodka recipe couldn't be any easier. You need just three ingredients and a little patience!
Servings: 20 servings (makes about 600ml)
Ingredients
- 340 g damsons
- 200 g sugar
- 500 ml vodka
Instructions
- Pick over the damsons and put them in a clean jar.340 g damsons
- Add the sugar.200 g sugar
- Top up with the vodka.500 ml vodka
- Screw the lid down tight and give it a good shake.
- Keep the bottle somewhere accessible and swirl every day for the first week or so, until all the sugar has dissolved.
- Store in a cool dark place for at least 3 months (ideally at least 6 months to a year) to infuse.
- Strain into a jug through a sieve lined with a muslin cloth or jelly bag. Transfer the damson vodka to a clean bottle. The vodka may be enjoyed straight away but is best left for another 6 months.
Notes
Hints, tips & variations
- Adjust the sugar to taste – Check it before you put it aside to mature. You can add more (and spend a few more days swirling), but you can't take it out, so go carefully.
- If you experiment with the quantities, write down what you used on a label and stick it to the bottle. It is just so frustrating to make the best batch ever and have no idea of the recipe you used.
- You can save the infused damsons for all sorts of things, but don't be tempted to reuse them for another batch of vodka. It doesn't work and is a waste of vodka, sugar and time!
- Experiment with a few spices. I usually do this in a small bottle when testing. A little goes a long way so be very cautious at first. Star anise, cardamom or cinnamon are popular additions.
- Don't use fancy vodka for this damson vodka recipe – use a simple but palatable vodka and allow the fruit to shine.
- Three months will do, but steeping the fruit for six months to a year is better to maximize the flavour. Ideally, leave it for few months more after rebottling the finished vodka.
- Damson vodka can be mixed with prosecco for a Christmas treat or added to mulled apple juice or cider. It is also delicious in a long summer drink with tonic water or lemonade and lots of ice – if you have any left, that is.
- This recipe is 2 Weight Watchers Smart Points
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Serving: 30ml | Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 22mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 1mg