Strawberry Liqueur Recipes

HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR 2 WAYS

Steps:

• In a large jar that closes tight add the sliced strawberries and cover with the vodka. (stir to combine). Place in a dark cupboard or closet for 20 days, twirl the jar to mix every 2 days.
• After the 20 days has passed make the syrup, in a medium pot add the sugar and water over medium heat bring to a boil, stirring often, lower heat and cook for 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
• Strain the alcohol from the strawberries into a clean jar or bottle with a tight fitting lid. Add the cooled syrup and stir to combine. Close the jar and refrigerate for 2 days before serving. Can also be stored in the freezer.
• 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.
• Strain the alcohol from the strawberries into a clean jar or bottle with a tight fitting lid. Add the cooled cream mixture and stir to combine. Close the jar and refrigerate for 1 day before serving. Enjoy!

STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR

Steps:

• Wash and stem the berries.
• In a bowl crush the berries and sugar together.
• Let stand for 1 hour.
• Transfer mixture to a clean 2 qt container.
• Add vodka, water, lemon juice, and zests.
• Cover and let stand in a cool dark place for 2 days, shaking several times each day.
• Press the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, discard solids.
• Transfer the liqueur to a clean container.
• Cover and let stand for 1 week.
• Filter into a decorative bottle with a tight fitting lid.
• Age for at least 1 month before serving.

STRAWBERRIES WITH LIQUEUR

Steps:

• In a large bowl combine strawberries, sugar and liqueur. Allow to sit at room temperature for about 2 hours. Chill until ready to serve. Spoon into individual dishes and garnish with sweetened whipped cream if desired.

BEST STRAWBERRY LEMONADE EVER

Steps:

• Mix strawberries and 1/4 cup sugar together in a bowl; set aside for juices to release from strawberries, 5 to 10 minutes.
• Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan; add 3/4 cup sugar. Cook and stir sugar mixture until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and cool simple syrup to room temperature.
• Stir simple syrup, 6 cups water, lemon juice, and ice together in a pitcher. Add sweetened strawberries and stir.