Plum Liquor Recipes

PLUM (VODKA) LIQUEUR

Steps:

• Combine vodka, sugar, plums, and lemon zest (optional) in a large sterile jar (boil the jar and lid for 10 minutes before filling)
• Leave the jar sitting on the kitchen counter. Shaking occasionally to help sugar dissolve
• After a month, strain the mixture through a coffee filter, paper towel, or cheesecloth
• Add the elderflower syrup (optional) and pour into a sterile bottle, stored in a dark place

PLUM LIQUEUR RECIPE

Steps:

• 1. Wash plums and pat dry, cut in half or smaller, and pit. Place in an aging container, pour sugar over, and stir. Add vodka and brandy, stirring to partly dissolve sugar. Cap container and place in a cool, dark place for 2 months, stir occasionally. 2. Place a strainer over a large bowl and strain liqueur. Press the liquid from the plums with the back of a wooden spoon, and discard plum pulp. Re-strain liqueur through cloth until clear, and bottle as desired. 3. Plum liqueur is ready for drinking or cooking, however for best results, age for another month.
• Finally, just enjoy your drink!

TANGY PLUM LIQUEUR

Steps:

• Layer half the plums into the bottom of a very large jar with a lid, pressing the plums down as tightly as possible. Pour half the sugar over the plums, then half the vodka over the sugar. Sprinkle on half the vanilla extract, and place about half the orange peel pieces into the jar. Layer the rest of the plums into the jar, pressing them down, and top them with the remaining sugar, vodka, vanilla extract, and orange peel pieces. Screw on the jar lid.
• Using an unscented candle, drip a coating of wax around the jar lid to prevent leaking. Cover the jar with a dark-colored towel. Place the jar on its side in a dark, cool place, and turn the jar every day for 21 days, replacing the towel to keep out light.
• After 21 days, strain out the liqueur from the plums and peel with a fine strainer lined with cheesecloth, and bottle the liqueur in attractive bottles with tight-fitting caps.

PLUM LIQUOR

Steps:

• Wash and quarter the plums. Fill them in a 4-quart mason jar.
• Add 3 cups of dark rum and 4 cups of sugar.
• Turn the jar once every day for 15 days to allow the sugar to dissolve.
• Filter out the fruit bits after 16 days.
• Plum Liquor is ready.

PLUM LIQUEUR

Steps:

• Prick the plums very well and put in a jar or bottle with the sugar. Cover tightly and leave to stand for 2-3 days or until the juice runs freely.
• Pour in the gin and cover tightly. Leave in a warm place for about 2 months.
• Strain, squeezing out as much juice as possible, and pour into sterilized bottles and cork tightly.

SLIWKOWKA CZYLI NALEWKA ZE SLIWEK (POLISH PURPLE PLUM LIQUEUR)

Steps:

• Place plums in a glass carboy used for brewing. Pour in 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons rectified alcohol and 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons vodka. Seal and store in a cool, dark place for 5 weeks.
• Stir sugar into the carboy. Seal and store in a cool, dark place for 4 weeks.
• Strain liqueur through a sieve lined with muslin cloth. Pour liqueur into bottles, seal, and store in a cool, dark place for at least 3 months before using.