Homemade Blackberry Liqueur

A delicious and easy-to-make blackberry liqueur using fresh berries, sugar, cinnamon, and brandy. Perfect for sipping or gifting.

Ingredients:

• 1 ¾ cups fresh blackberries
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 stick whole cinnamon
• 3 cups grape brandy (38% alcohol), or a neutral brandy

Instructions:

1. Rinse the blackberries briefly with cold water in a colander. Let drain well and pat dry with a clean cloth.
2. Place the blackberries, sugar, and cinnamon stick into a clean 5-cup (1.25-liter) glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
3. Pour in the brandy and seal the jar.
4. Let it sit in a cool, dark place for several weeks, stirring or shaking occasionally.
5. When ready, strain and bottle.
   Note: The finished liqueur lasts about 4 months.