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Summary

Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 1 d 21 hrs 12 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine European
Servings (Default: 1)

Ingredients

For the syrup:, optional

Blueberry Liqueur with Spices
Blueberry Liqueur with Spices
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Instructions

  1. If using fresh blueberries, rinse thoroughly and drain well. If using frozen blueberries, thaw in a fine sieve.
  2. Combine blueberries, brown rock sugar, vodka, pepper berries, vanilla pod, star anise, cinnamon stick, and ginger slices in a clean 2-liter glass jar with an airtight rubber seal.
  3. Place the jar in a cool place for 2 months. Shake the jar once per week.
  4. After 2 months, strain the liqueur through a fine sieve into a clean bottle. Discard the berries and spices.
  5. Store the bottled liqueur in a cool place for another 2 months to mature.
  6. Optional - To make the liqueur milder: Heat 50 g sugar and 50 g water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and becomes syrupy, about 3-5 minutes. Cool the syrup completely, then add to the liqueur to taste. Let mature for 1 month.