Tipsy Cherries Made With Fresh Cherries Food

BOOZY BOURBON CHERRIES

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, bring the bourbon and sugar to a simmer over low heat. Simmer and stir until the sugar dissolves, then turn off the heat and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
• Pack your cherries into two 25-ounce jars (or three smaller ones). Snuggle them into the jars nice and tight without smashing the cherries. Pour the syrup over the cherries in each jar until it covers the fruit completely. If you have any leftover syrup, you can use it to make a cocktail!
• Place the lids on tight and store the cherries in the refrigerator. They should be used within one year.

TIPSY CHERRIES (USING JARRED MARASCHINO CHERRIES)

Steps:

• Drain half of the juice from cherries. Top off the cherries and juice with your favorite liquor. Refrigerate. That's it! Ready to eat in a few hours, but they get better as they sit for a day or two. If you find they are too strong or too weak, you can adjust with reserved cherry juice or more liquor.

TIPSY CHERRIES (MADE WITH FRESH CHERRIES)

Steps:

• 1. Fill quart canning jar with cherries. Add sugar. Fill with liquor and seal securely with lid and band.
• 2. Shake every couple of hours until sugar dissolves.
• 3. Store in a cool, dry spot for at least a month. Tip the jar upside down and back again occasionally. You can eat them at any time, but the longer they sit, the better they get.
• 4. Makes a beautiful gift tied with a pretty ribbon and gift tag, especially when you have been invited to a party or as a hostess gift.