Homemade cherry liqueur: recipes with leaves and seeds, vodka and alcohol

Cherry liqueur is a sweet alcoholic drink that is easy to prepare at home. Taste properties directly depend on the set of ingredients and their quality. To make the liqueur truly tasty and strong enough, you must follow the algorithm for its preparation.

The benefits and harms of homemade cherry liqueur

Alcoholic drinks prepared independently have always had many advantages over purchased ones. This is due to the fact that only natural ingredients are used in their production. Cherry liqueur includes a lot of vitamins, microelements and organic substances. Due to the rich content of folic acid, it has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the female reproductive system. In addition, the drink strengthens blood vessels and regulates blood pressure.

The beneficial properties of homemade cherry liqueur include:

• strengthening the immune system;
• eliminating cough;
• antioxidant effects;
• normalization of emotional state;
• rejuvenating effect on the body.

Regular but moderate consumption of cherry liqueur ensures the normalization of the nervous system. The drink helps you fall asleep faster and wake up in a cheerful mood. In addition, it stimulates blood circulation, reducing the likelihood of congestion.

The drink has a beneficial effect on the body only with moderate consumption. Excessive intake can cause symptoms of intoxication and alcohol dependence. This is due to the release of toxins as a result of the breakdown of alcohol in the body. In addition, liquor has a negative effect on the well-being of people with high stomach acidity. Consumption during pregnancy can lead to pathologies of fetal development and premature birth.

How to make cherry liqueur at home

Before preparing cherry liqueur at home, you should study simple recipes and choose the most suitable one. You can add spices and other berries to the cherries. Both alcohol and vodka serve as the basis of the drink. To give the drink a sour taste, add lemon juice to the recipe. Sweetness is determined by the amount of granulated sugar.

Particular attention must be paid to the selection and preparation of berries. They must be ripe, without damage. Worthy and moldy cherries should be disposed of. Processing berries involves washing and removing the tails.Some recipes call for pitting, but this is not necessary.

Homemade cherry liqueur recipes

In the process of preparing cherry liqueur, you can make adjustments to the recipe, based on your own preferences. The optimal aging time for the drink is 2-3 months. But in some cases, the liqueur is prepared faster. Before serving, it is recommended to keep it in the refrigerator for 5-7 days.

Homemade cherry liqueur with vodka

Ingredients:

• 250 g sugar;
• 500 ml vodka;
• 250 g cherries.

Cooking process:

1. The berries are washed, and then each of them is pierced with a pin or a special device, removing the seed.
2. The peeled berries are placed in a glass jar and covered with sugar. The raw materials are poured with vodka on top.
3. Cover the container with a lid and put it in a dark place for three months. There is no need to stir or shake the drink.
4. After the specified time, the liqueur is filtered and served.

The drink must be cooled before use.

Recipe for cherry liqueur with alcohol

Components:

• 1 kg cherries;
• 1 liter of alcohol;
• 1 kg sugar.

Recipe:

1. The berries are removed from the seeds in any suitable way.
2. The pits are split and mixed with cherries, after which the ingredients are poured with alcohol.
3. The container with the base for the drink is put away in a secluded place for three weeks.
4. After the specified time, sugar is poured into the pan and filled with water. The syrup is brought to a boil, stirring thoroughly, and then removed from the heat.
5. The cherry liqueur is filtered. The resulting liquid is mixed with sugar syrup, and then the drink is stored in a cool place for three months.

The longer you leave the liqueur, the tastier it will be.

Cherry liqueur from moonshine

Ingredients:

• 2 liters of moonshine 40-45°C;
• 500 g cherries;
• ½ tsp. citric acid;
• 1 liter of water;
• 1 kg sugar.

Recipe:

1. The cherries are thoroughly washed, pitted and filled with water. Keep on low heat for 15 minutes after boiling.
2. After removing from the stove, the cherry broth is cooled and filtered.
3. Sugar is added to the remaining liquid, after which the pan is put back on the fire. It is important to stir the mixture constantly to avoid the formation of lumps.
4. The cherry syrup is cooled and then mixed with citric acid and moonshine.
5. The finished drink is poured into glass bottles, which are sealed and stored in a dark place. The duration of infusion can vary from three to twelve months.

You can use a special device to remove the seeds.

Cherry leaf liqueur

Delicious cherry liqueur can be prepared at home from the leaf part. In this case, astringency will prevail in the drink. But it will not lose its beneficial properties. The finished drink is taken not only to improve mood, but also for medicinal purposes. It helps regulate blood pressure and strengthen the immune system. This effect is achieved due to the abundant content of ascorbic acid.

Components:

• 200 g cherry leaves;
• 100 g berries;
• 1 liter of vodka;
• 1.5 tsp. citric acid;
• 1.5 kg granulated sugar;
• 1 liter of water.

Cooking algorithm:

1. Cherry berries and leaves are washed and then boiled in a pan of water for 15 minutes.
2. After removing from the heat, the broth is cooled and filtered with gauze.
3. Sugar is added to the liquid, after which it is put back on the fire. The syrup is boiled for no more than seven minutes, stirring constantly.
4. The finished base for the drink must cool, then it is combined with vodka.
5. The liquor is bottled for storage and stored in a secluded place for 20 days.If it turns out too cloudy, you can strain it before using.

To enrich the taste of the drink, a few cherry leaves are added to it after distribution into bottles.

Cherry pit liqueur

A quick recipe for seed-based cherry liqueur is particularly popular. Mint gives the drink an unusual refreshing taste. The liqueur prepared according to this recipe is perfect for drinking in the summer.

Ingredients:

• 10 cherry seeds;
• 600 g berries;
• 10 mint leaves;
• zest of ½ lemon;
• 500 ml vodka.

Cooking algorithm:

1. Berry pulp and ground seeds are poured into a jar.
2. The next step is to add mint leaves, lemon zest and vodka to the main ingredients.
3. Cover the container with a lid and put it in a dark place for a week.
4. After the specified time, the cherry liqueur is filtered and poured into a container more suitable for storage.
5. The bottles are kept away from sunlight for two months.

The taste of liqueur largely depends on the type of berry used

Liqueur with cherry juice

Components:

• 1 kg sugar;
• 6 buds of cloves;
• 2 kg cherries;
• 5 g vanilla sugar;
• 10 g ground kritsa;
• 500 ml 50% alcohol;
• 3 g nutmeg.

Cooking steps:

1. Glass jars are filled 2/3 full with pre-washed berries. In this form they are crushed using a rolling pin.
2. Granulated sugar is placed in the free space, after which it is necessary to carefully mix the contents of the jar.
3. The mixture is topped with spices and poured with alcohol.
4. The jar is tightly closed with a lid and hidden in a secluded place for two weeks.
5. After the specified time, the drink is filtered and transferred to a more suitable container.

If the cherry liqueur is not sweet enough, sugar can be added at any time

Cherry syrup liqueur

Components:

• 450 ml cognac;
• 2 tbsp. l. powdered sugar;
• 250 ml vodka;
• peel of 1/2 lemon;
• 1 kg sugar;
• 1 liter of water;
• 600 g cherries.

Recipe:

1. The cherries are washed and pitted.
2. The berry pulp is placed in a jar and covered with powdered sugar. It should be left in this form for a couple of hours.
3. After the required time, the berries are covered with zest and poured with alcohol.
4. The container is sealed and stored in a safe place for six weeks. The storage temperature should not exceed 20°C.
5. A syrup is prepared using granulated sugar and water. The ingredients are mixed and brought to a boil.
6. After settling, the drink is filtered and mixed with sugar syrup. The liquor is put aside again for a week.

When making syrup, water and sugar are added in equal proportions.

Cherry jam liqueur

Cherry jam can be an excellent base for homemade liqueur. The strength and sweetness of the drink can be adjusted by changing the ratio of ingredients used.

Ingredients:

• 1 liter of any alcohol;
• 200 ml water;
• 500 g cherry jam;
• 100 g sugar.

Recipe:

1. Water is poured into a pan and put on fire. After boiling, jam is added to it. The resulting mixture is boiled for two minutes, periodically removing the resulting foam.
2. The berry base is cooled and then poured into a jar. Alcohol is added to it.
3. The container is closed and put away in a secluded place for two weeks. Shake the container once every 2-3 days.
4. The finished drink is filtered. Sugar is added at this stage after tasting.

Do not use spoiled or candied cherry jam.

Cherry liqueur recipe from frozen cherries

Cherry liqueur in a 3-liter jar can also be made from frozen cherries. Milk is used to neutralize hydrocyanic acid, which is found in the seeds of the berry.

Components:

• 1.2 kg frozen cherries;
• 600 ml water;
• 600 ml milk;
• 1.4 kg sugar;
• 1.6 liters of vodka.

Cooking algorithm:

1. The berries are washed and then separated from the seeds.
2. They are crushed and mixed with cherry pulp.
3. The resulting mixture is poured with vodka. For 10 days it is infused in a dark, cool place.
4. After the specified time, milk is added to the drink, after which it is infused for another five days.
5. The next step is to filter the liqueur and combine it with sugar syrup.

The berries are defrosted naturally or using a special microwave mode.

Contraindications

Due to the acid content, the drink should not be taken by people with diseases of the digestive system. This will aggravate symptoms and cause side effects. You should also not drink it in the following cases:

• diabetes;
• alcohol addiction;
• kidney diseases;
• age under 18 years;
• allergic reaction to cherries;
• gastritis and gastric ulcer.

Abuse of cherry drink leads to toxic poisoning of the body. It is accompanied by nausea, headache and confusion. The optimal daily dosage of liquor is 50-60 ml. It is strictly forbidden to take the drink on an empty stomach.

Terms and conditions of storage

Cherry liqueur prepared at home must be stored at 12°C... 22°C.It is advisable to avoid exposure to sunlight and sudden temperature changes. The ideal place to store your drink would be the far shelf of a closet or pantry. It is not recommended to freeze liqueur or expose it to high temperatures. During storage, it is not advisable to shake the bottle of drink. The shelf life of the liqueur varies from six months to two years.

Conclusion

Cherry liqueur will be an excellent decoration for the holiday table. The process of preparing it is quite simple. Despite this, the drink has a rich tart taste, framed by berry sweetness.

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