Russian Sour Cherry Nastoyka

What you need

• 1 kg (2 lb 3 oz) sour cherries, washed, stems removed, pits left in
• 130 g (2/3 cup) sugar
• 500 ml (2 cups) vodka, good quality, 40% ABV

Method

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1. 1

   Sort the cherries, discard any soft or moldy ones, then rinse and drain well.

2. 2

   Fill a clean 1.5 l jar with the cherries without pressing them down.

3. 3

   Pour the sugar over the cherries, then add the vodka.

4. 4

   Close the jar and shake it. Shake once a day for the first few days, until the sugar has dissolved.

5. 5

   Store in a dark place at room temperature for 4-6 weeks. The cherries release their juice and the liquid turns deep red.

6. 6

   Strain through a fine sieve into a bottle, pressing the cherries lightly. Do not leave the pits in the liquor for longer than 2 months.

7. 7

   Taste and stir in a spoonful more sugar if it is too sharp. Let it rest 1 week.

8. 8

   Serve chilled in small glasses. The boozy cherries can be eaten or used in desserts.

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