Bourbon Apple Jelly Recipes

BOURBON APPLE JAM

Steps:

• Prepare jars and lids as per proper canning procedures.
• Combine the water and lemon juice together in a large bowl. Peel and dice the apples, tossing the pieces into the water-lemon bath as you work to keep them from browning.
• Add the granulated sugar to the apple mixture, and stir in the cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Cover and let the fruit macerate for at least 30 minutes on the counter or in the fridge overnight.
• Transfer the apple-sugar mixture to a large, non reactive pan, making sure to scrape all that luscious syrup out of the bowl. Bring the mixture to a bowl over medium heat, and reduce for 15-30 minutes. The mixture should be very thick with little liquid remaining. Carefully taste test - If too tart, add raw sugar to taste, starting with a half cup and increasing to 1 cup if needed.
• Stir in the salt and the bourbon, and boil on high for 3-5 minutes. Test for gel set and remove from heat.
• Transfer the apple jam to the prepared jars, leaving 1/4th inch headspace. Apply the lids and rings and process in a water bath for 10 minutes. Remove the jars to a folded kitchen towel and let them cool undisturbed overnight. Check for seals and store in a cool dark place. If any have not sealed, store in the fridge and eat first.

MAPLE APPLE BOURBON GLAZE

Steps:

• Combine apple juice, maple syrup, bourbon, brown sugar, liquid amino acid, Dijon mustard, and granulated garlic in a saucepan using a whisk over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until glaze thickens and is reduced by about 1/3, about 12 minutes. Let glaze cool.

BOURBON APPLE JELLY

Steps:

• Combine apple cider, bourbon and sugar in saucepan.
• Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
• Stir in pectin, stirring briskly.
• Return to boil, boil 1 minute. Test for gel. Skim off foam.
• Pour into jars, seal and process 10 minutes in waterbath or according to instructions with pectin.