Bourbon Cherries
Calories: 6
Adjust Servings Here: 20 servings
Description
Bourbon-soaked cherries are a delicious and indulgent treat that combines the sweet juiciness of cherries with the rich flavor of bourbon. Here's a simple recipe to make bourbon-soaked cherries.
Ingredients
Bourbon Cherries
- 1 lb (500 g) Fresh cherries (preferably with stems)
- 2 - 2½ cups (500 ml) Bourbon whiskey
- ⅓ - ½ cup (60 g) Granulated sugar (optional (if desired)
Optional (any or all)
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Orange liqueur
- Few lemon zest slices or orange zest slices r
Plus
- 25 oz Mason jar or airtight glass container
Instructions
- Prep - Start by washing and drying the cherries thoroughly. Remove any stems that may be damaged or brown.
- Jar - Take a mason jar or an airtight container and place the cherries inside, leaving some space at the top.1 lb Fresh cherries
- Alcohol - Pour enough bourbon over the cherries to completely cover them.2 - 2½ cups Bourbon whiskey
- Sugar - Add the sugar and close the lid. Give the jar a good shake.⅓ - ½ cup Granulated sugar (optional
- Shake - Seal the jar tightly and gently shake it to distribute the bourbon and sugar (if added). Ensure that all the cherries are submerged in the bourbon.
- Store the jar in a cool, dark place for at least a week to allow the cherries to soak the bourbon flavor. You can let them soak longer in the fridge if you desire a more pungent bourbon taste.
- After the soaking period, the cherries are ready to be enjoyed! They can be used as a cocktail garnish, served over ice cream, used in baking, or simply enjoyed on their own as a boozy treat.
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