Sloe Gin Recipe
Summary
Ingredients
| 1/2 kg. / 1 lb. sloes | ||
| 1 1/4 L / 2 pints gin | ||
| 125 g. / 4 oz. sugar | ||
| Almond essence | 3 Drop | |
Directions
Rick the sloes all over with a sharp needle.
Pour over the gin and stir in the sugar and almond essence.
Pour into a large airtight container, such as a corked storage jar, and fasten tightly.
Leave in a dark place for about 15 weeks to allow the mixture to infuse.
Shake the container occasionally.
Strain through a funnel lined with muslin or cheesecloth and pour into clean, dry bottles.
Seal the bottles and keep for at least 6 months before drinking.
Pour over the gin and stir in the sugar and almond essence.
Pour into a large airtight container, such as a corked storage jar, and fasten tightly.
Leave in a dark place for about 15 weeks to allow the mixture to infuse.
Shake the container occasionally.
Strain through a funnel lined with muslin or cheesecloth and pour into clean, dry bottles.
Seal the bottles and keep for at least 6 months before drinking.
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