Blackberry Infused Brandy Food

THE ULTIMATE BLACKBERRY BRANDY RECIPE

Steps:

• Add fresh blackberries to a one gallon mason jar (we love this Smiths version with a spigot)
• Add the sugar to your mason jar. Take a wooden spoon and gently crush the blackberries to release their flavor. Don't go overboard.
• Add your brandy to the mason jar and stir it up.
• Wait. This is the hardest step to making blackberry brandy. You want to store your jar in a cool dry place whether it is your bar, cupboard or inside your fridge. You can perform weekly taste tests until you have the flavor just right.
• Once you have reached your desired flavor, strain the liquid brand from the solid blackberries and you are ready to sip, serve and gift your homemade spirit.

BLACKBERRY GIN

Steps:

• Tip the blackberries and sugar into a 1.5-litre sterilised jar. Pour over the gin, seal the jar and swirl around to dissolve the sugar. Store in a cool, dark place and turn the jar once a day for the first week.
• After two-three weeks, strain the gin through a sieve. Pour the gin into bottles, and label. The gin will keep its colour for a few months and will be drinkable for up to a year. Use the infused blackberries in a cocktail like a bramble, or in a trifle.

BLACKBERRY LIQUEUR

Steps:

• Shake together the water, vodka and sugar to dissolve sugar.
• Gently mix together with the blackberries, taking care not to cut or crush the berries.
• Leave to infuse about 10-12 days until the berries have lost most of their color.
• Pour thru a fine strainer and discard the berries.
• Pour into decorative bottles.

BLACKBERRY JELLO SHOTS

Steps:

• Mix the jello mix with two cups (16 ounces) of boiling water until the powder is fully dissolved and add then add the two cups (16 ounces) of Blackberry Brandy.
• Pour mixture into ,individual shot-size (1oz-2oz) plastic or paper cups. ****To make the Jello easier to consume, buy plastic cups that also have lids. Pour the mix into the cup, add the lid, then turn it upside down prior to refrigeration.
• Place shots on a tray in refrigerator (not the freezer). Chill until firm (approximately 2-4 hours). Refrigerate until served.