Morello (Sour) Cherry Liqueur

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Morello (Sour) Cherry Liqueur Recipe - Sweet and Sour Cocktail

by The Chefin Drinks

Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 lbs fresh morello cherries ( or other variety )
	3 lbs sugar ( approximately )
	2 pints vodka
	2 pints good-quality brandy
	2 cinnamon sticks ( about 3 inches long )
	10 whole cloves
	1 whole nutmeg ( optional 6-8 allspice berries ( optional )
	1 star anise ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

110

Sugar

12g

Fat

Morello Cherry Liqueur, a traditional Eastern European drink, is a smooth and flavorful liqueur that is easy to make at home. The combination of vodka, brandy, and cherries creates a unique and delicious drink that can be enjoyed as a dessert or served as an aperitif. The addition of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice bring a subtle and warming taste to the liqueur. This recipe uses fresh cherries but you could also use sour cherries or other fruits to experiment with different flavors. It may take some patience, but in the end, this homemade Morello Cherry Liqueur is a fantastic treat that is worth the wait.

Instructions

1.	Start by washing and drying the fresh cherries.
2.	Cut off the stems and split cherries in half so that the pits are exposed.
3.	Take a large wide-mouthed jar and fill it halfway with cherries.
4.	Add sugar and fill about another quarter of the jar. Layer with the remaining cherries.
5.	Fill the jar with vodka and brandy, leaving at least 1 inch of room at the top.
6.	Stir the mixture well and add in the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, nutmeg, allspice berries, and star anise.
7.	Close the jar with a lid that seals tightly. Shake the jar for about 5 minutes so that the sugar dissolves.
8.	Place the jar in a cool dark place and let the mixture rest for at least 6 months (optimum time for infusion is one year). Shake it once a week to help the contents infuse together.
9.	Strain the contents through a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth. Squeeze the cheesecloth to extract all the juice into the purified liqueur.
10.	Afterwards, pour the finished liqueur into individual jars and store in a cool, dark place.

PROS

Morello Cherry Liqueur has a smooth and sweet flavor.

It is easy to make, and you can customize the amount of sugar to your liking.

It can last for a long time, and you can share it with others as a unique gift.

CONS

It takes a long time to make, and you need to plan ahead.

It contains a high amount of sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Morello Cherries contain anthocyanins that may help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress. They are also a good source of vitamin C and fiber, which may help boost immunity and digestive health. However, due to the high amount of sugar in this recipe, it should be consumed in moderation.