Cherry Vodka

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
25%
Cherry Vodka
45 min.
1
2005kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your beverage game with a delightful homemade spirit, look no further than this exquisite Cherry Vodka recipe! Perfectly aligned with a variety of dietary needs—vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free—this drink not only caters to your lifestyle choices but also delivers a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine sipping on a crisp, refreshing drink made from fresh sour cherries, enhanced by the smoothness of high-quality vodka. The process might take some time—allowing the cherries to infuse their natural sweetness into the vodka—but the wait is absolutely worth it. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple tools, you can create an enticing liqueur that embodies the essence of summer in every sip.

Whether you're planning a gathering with friends or looking for a unique addition to your after-dinner palette, this Cherry Vodka serves as a versatile base for cocktails or can be enjoyed on its own. Plus, the option to adjust the sweetness by adding sugar means you can customize it to your preference, making each batch uniquely yours.

So roll up your sleeves, gather some fresh cherries, and get ready to embark on a delightful culinary adventure that results in a stunning beverage you'll love to share. Cheers to homemade indulgence!

Ingredients

  • 1.1 lb blackcurrants fresh sour black (or currants or jagody)
  • tbsp sugar 
  • 25 oz vodka 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ladle
  • sieve
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Pit and halve the cherries. As in all vodka recipes, it is important that the flesh of the fruit be somehow exposed.
  2. Fill a jar with the cherries, but do not pack it.
  3. Pour the vodka on top and seal tightly. Leave in a dark place, preferably for at least 2 weeks—or up to 6 months. At the end of that time, open the jar and strain. If you have a very fine-mesh strainer, that will do. If not, use an ordinary strainer lined with a cheesecloth or even a coffee filter. Set the strainer over a large bowl, ideally one from which you'll be able to easily pour afterward.
  4. Pour the vodka mixture through the strainer and allow the fruit to sit, seeping liquid, for a good hour or so, stirring a bit and pressing if need be to make the liquid go through.
  5. Now taste the vodka.
  6. Add sugar if you want an after-dinner liqueur, or leave it out if you want something sharper.
  7. Pour (or ladle) into a decorative bottle.
  8. From From a Polish Country House Kitchen by Anne Applebaum & Danielle Crittenden, © 2012 Chronicle Books

Nutrition Facts

Calories2005kcal
Protein6.98%
Fat4.68%
Carbs88.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
85.09
Glycemic Load
8.38
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.759999942844%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
318.73mg
Petunidin
19.75mg
Delphinidin
457.32mg
Pelargonidin
5.97mg
Peonidin
3.37mg
Catechin
3.57mg
Epicatechin
2.4mg
Isorhamnetin
0.61mg
Kaempferol
3.62mg
Myricetin
31.54mg
Quercetin
22.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:2004.87kcal
100.24%
Fat:2.13g
3.28%
Saturated Fat:0.17g
1.08%
Carbohydrates:90.43g
30.14%
Net Carbohydrates:90.43g
32.89%
Sugar:11.98g
13.31%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:17.41mg
0.76%
Alcohol:236.72g
100%
Alcohol %:24.37%
100%
Protein:7.14g
14.29%
Vitamin C:923.63mg
1119.55%
Manganese:1.31mg
65.34%
Potassium:1650.47mg
47.16%
Iron:7.94mg
44.09%
Vitamin E:5.1mg
34.02%
Phosphorus:336.51mg
33.65%
Magnesium:122.47mg
30.62%
Calcium:280.78mg
28.08%
Copper:0.51mg
25.53%
Vitamin A:1173.67IU
23.47%
Vitamin B5:2.03mg
20.31%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.37%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.06%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.84%
Zinc:1.38mg
9.19%
Vitamin B3:1.53mg
7.65%
Source:Epicurious