Place the berries in a food processor with the lemon and orange juice and process until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine sieve into a non-reactive (not aluminium) saucepan. Discard the pips. Add the sugar and the red wine to the berry puree and place ..

Heat vodka and sugar in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring just until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Place warmed liquor mixture into a 2-quart glass jar or ceramic container. Stir in berries and cover. Let stand in a cool dark place for 2 to 4 ..

MAKING 1) Avoid crushing fruit, but if you are using a tough-skinned fruit, like damsons or sloes, either prick them or cut into slices. 2) For strawberries,cut into halves. 3) For peaches, leave the skins intact, but halve and pit them. 4) In a clean jar ..