Strong yes, bad no. Wine And Lipstick. This is the most visited post on our blog. In a large jar that closes tight add the sliced strawberries and cover with the vodka. Hi Marissa, the best cream is whipping or heavy cream, with at least 30% fat. Make a syrup by boiling water and sugar until thickened, let cool completely. Have you ever made Tequila Rose? It will result in the best-tasting strawberry vodka. Strawberry Long Island Iced Tea is a traditional long island iced tea recipe and adds strawberry liqueur to it. To help personalize content, measure adverts and provide a safer experience, we use cookies. In a large mason jar combine strawberries and vodka together. Hope you enjoy it. For added sweetness, mix your vodka with 1-2 tablespoons of superfine sugar. Sterilise a 1.5 litre preserving jar (see tip, left). Hope you enjoy it. Vodka (1.25 times weight/volume of strawberries) Combine ingredients and seal into an airtight glass jar. For this recipe, you’ll need a smooth vodka brand that you know you love and the freshest berries you can find for the best-tasting outcome. Oh my gosh, this looks amazing. Hi Helen, thanks I would love to know how it turns out. Copyright ©2020, An Italian in my Kitchen. Strawberry Liqueur can be used in a lot of popular cocktails like the Strawberry Daiquiri, Thigh High, Milky Way and in many other delicious cocktails. Divide the strawberries (and other flavourings if you like) between a couple of large (1 litre) jars or put it all into a very large (2 litre) jar. If you are using the mint, you can either put whole sprigs in or remove the mint leaves and scatter them throughout the layers of berries. Discard the strawberry and mint. By giving consent, you agree to allow us to collect information through cookies. Discover your new cocktail with Strawberry Liqueur. Home Recipes Dishes & Beverages Beverages. Thanks. One bottle (750ml) vodka 2 pints (about 1 1/4 pounds, 575g) strawberries, organic or unsprayed 1. It should be fine, with the alcohol it won’t go bad. Experimenting with other ingredients like fresh herbs or spices is fine—but be wary—the flavor will intensify the longer the concoction sits, so certain ingredients can become overpowering. Steps to Make It Combine strawberries and vodka in a large, sterilized glass container. Previously, similar recipe left over strawberries were used for icecream topping, pancake filling & scones. 35 cl Vodka 500 g strawberries 400 ml Dansukker Light Syrup. Give it a taste to see if the flavor is where you want it. A regular Strawberry Liqueur and a Cream Strawberry Liqueur. Believe me I trust the Italians when it comes to making a homemade Liqueur. Combine the strawberry liquid and the cream mixture. Thanks so much, glad like the site. Half Chilean, half Irish descent and all joie de vivre, I'm a food writer/photographer who loves to share stories about different cultures and the magic that is sharing a meal together. There’s something alluring, feminine and luxurious about homemade Strawberry Liqueur. Seal container and store in a cool, dark area until strawberries lose their color, 3 to 4 days. Learn more about Strawberry Liqueur in the drink dictionary!. Close the jar and place in a dark cupboard or cabinet for 20 days. Waiting is the hard part! You can use a coffee filter, cheesecloth-lined sieve or muslin to strain back into the original vodka bottle or another storage contain… Stir jar around once a day. Once I had the strawberry and the liquor mixed I decided to divide the liquid and make two varieties. Let me know how it goes. And infusing vodka is easier than you think. Pour the vodka over the strawberries, filling the jar to the top. Stir to start the sugar dissolving. Combine the vodka and caster sugar in a large jar and shake to combine. Even more worth it. The longer it sits the more flavorful it will be. Pass liqueur through a fine mesh strainer (eat berries : … Remove the strawberries by gently pouring the liqueur through a mesh strainer into a bowl. Separate the strawberries from the liquid using a sieve. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Unsubscribe at any time. The fresh berry will be totally white inside while the frozen will usually be red all the way through. YAY!! , Hi. I hope you decide to try this Liqueur, whether you try the Regular Strawberry Liqueur or the Creamy Strawberry Liqueur or why not both? Required fields are marked *. Mix cooled syrup with vodka and pour over strawberries. Delicious too served over ice. The back of a cool, dark pantry is a good spot. I just mixed up a bunch of the cream liqueur last night and it smells heavenly. Step 1 Place strawberries in a clean, dry sealable container; add vodka. Serve over ice or neat in chilled shot glasses, or make into a long drink topped with soda or fizz, adding half a strawberry … 0 5. Enjoy! Just imagine what you are going to taste in 20 days? Cover tightly and store in a cool, dark place for 1 week. Hi Helen, thanks, sorry I have no idea, I have never used tequila, but I would think substitute from the beginning. We won't send you spam. Not too sweet, a delicious after dinner liqueur. Really love your site Rosemary, I have a hard time hitting the delete button after reading because I keep finding more recipes each time I go back to the post!! After the 20 days has passed make the cream syrup, in a medium pot add the sugar, milk and cream, stir to combine, bring the mixture to a boil, lower heat and simmer 1 minute,  then  remove from heat and let cool completely. It will last longer that way. p.s. When they defrost this lets all the juice drain out like a popped water balloon. Store the jar in a cool place for at least one month. Cover and let stand in a cool dark place for 2 days, shaking several times each day. In fact too well maybe? Two reasons: 1) Strawberries sold fresh in supermarkets are bred to be big, look pretty, be uniform, and ship well, but they have very little flavor. I would like to make a suggestion though – unless you are buying just picked, locally grown strawberries or growing your own, it’s better to use frozen instead of fresh. Strawberry liqueur. Tightly seal the jar and keep it away from sunlight and extreme temperatures. Can also be stored in the freezer. If you want it sweet, you can even add a little of my Keto Simple Syrup made with Erythritol, which we keep right there. Remove the tops of the strawberries and slice. Pour into a bottle, cover and refrigerate for 1 day before serving. The vodka is now ready to drink, or will keep in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. I did think about serving them over ice cream. … Take the time to thoroughly wash and dry your ingredients. This is not a commonly made liqueur, nor one made popular by commercial manufacture, but it is quite delicious and blends well in a number of mixed cocktails. That Cream Strawberry Liqueur went down really well. Do you think you can store the strawberry vodka in the freezer. Take care. Is heavy cream best? I haven’t made it myself but Irene shared her recipe in the comments on our post Two recipes: Wild Damson Gin and Sloe Gin recipes. This Homemade Strawberry Vodka Recipe is a low carb cocktail option, as well as KETO!! Cut the strawberries into thick slices. Make a cream mixture by heating whole cream, milk and sugar until very hot, let cool completely. Just look at the difference if you compare a sliced fresh strawberry to frozen. This Strawberry Basil Martini brings together two delicious flavors inspired by the summer! Cover and stir twice a day. Tip the raspberries, sugar and vanilla into the jar. I have to say we are a cream loving liquor couple, and it turns out so are our friends. If you prefer a mixed drink try mixing in lemonade, lemon-lime soda or for a boozy frozen delight, combine with our top-rated recipe for Strawberry Spritzer. So worth it! Thanks for getting back so quickly! (stir to … Leave to mature for at least 3-4 months; the longer the better. Do you know how much tequila to add to the cream liqueur, or should I use tequila instead of vodka in the beginning? Let the infusion sit for 3-4 days. Filed Under: Drinks, Drinks, fruit, Most Posts, No-Bake Desserts, Summer, Your email address will not be published. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Salute! It is so strong. Thanks. Fresh strawberry puree is the delicious secret to this signature cocktail. Taste of Home is America's #1 cooking magazine. When not doing that, you'll find me working on my culinary degree, hanging with family & friends, and just trying to "live deep and suck out all the marrow of life." My husband likes that flavor in his vodka. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Add the cooled syrup and stir to combine. (stir to combine). Last Updated June 27, 2019. Heat water and sugar in a pot on medium heat until it boils and forms a syrup, about 5 minutes. Hi, does this need to stay refrigerated after its done? Seal and label the bottles. Let steep in a cool place out of the sun for 1 month, gently shaking the jar once or twice a day. I am diabetic so I need to cut down on my sugar intake. Let me know how it goes. You might think it takes too much time to make this, but believe me the recipes where the fruit has to sit with the alcohol for more time is really worth it. You end up getting more flavor out of the berries much faster – 24 hours should be more than enough time to macerate. Hi Kathy, sure you can and it would be even better I would imagine. Salud! But let me know how it goes. Could you make these strawberry liqueurs with sweeteners? The regular Strawberry Liqueur will keep 3-4 weeks in the fridge. Remove strawberries and strain vodka into a container. Pour into a bottle, cover and refrigerate for 2 days before serving. Let me know what you think. Gin label. I have never used it, I think it is quite a bit stronger. Want to up your cocktail game with an irresistibly fruity, herbal-infused liquor? I can’t wait for strawberry season to start in Maine so I can try a batch. I strongly recommend making your own fruit-infused vodka… Unlike other fruity vodkas that contain artificial flavorings, this homemade version captures the sweet freshness of ripe strawberries. Irene’s Strawberry vodka liqueur recipe Posted by Fiona Nevile in Liqueurs | 28 comments. Editor’s Note: We used a 1-quart jar, allowing us to make another small batch of citrus vodka. Add vodka, water, lemon juice, and zests. I actually just read the other day that you shouldn’t use the expensive liquors because their taste can override whatever homemade liqueur you are making. Use the guideline of equal parts strawberries to vodka. Thank you Rosemary for answering so quickly!! Here is a delicious recipe for Strawberry liqueur. I don’t want to just toss them, but I can’t find a recipe for spiked strawberries…. I’ve had a few emails asking for a recipe for strawberry liqueur. Place strawberries in a large glass jar with a tight fitting lid. Once the flavor is right for you, strain the mixture. Which to tell the truth might be true because I just used a cheaper brand and it turned out delicious. Combine the strawberry liquid and the sugar mixture. Your email address will not be published. Fill a 6-7 cup container with the sliced strawberries. During freezing ice crystals form, piercing cell walls throughout the berry. 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