Italian Fruit Liqueur

Submitted by katie in the UP

"I found this recipe on the Italian Food Forever site."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Yields: 5 cups

ingredients

• 3 cups vodka
• 12 cups frozen mixed berries
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups water

directions

1. Heat sugar with the water over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
2. Cool.
3. Pour into a 2 quart container.
4. Add desired fruit and the 3 cups of vodka. Stir gently and cover with a tightly covered lid.
5. Let stand in a cool dark place for 2 to 4 weeks.
6. Strain through several layers of cheesecloth. If not yet clear, pour again through a coffee filter.
7. Seal tightly in a clean bottle and store.