Strawberry Brandy Recipes

STRAWBERRY BELLINI

Steps:

• Remove green tops from strawberries and cut strawberries into halves or quarters
• Blend strawberries, powdered sugar, and brandy in a blender until very smooth
• Fill champagne flutes about 1/4 with the strawberry mixture, add sparkling wine (champagne), give it a quick stir and then add more sparkling wine (champagne) till full

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!

BRANDIED STRAWBERRY SAUCE

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, heat honey, orange juice and brandy to boil. Reduce heat and add strawberries.
• Simmer for 10 minutes.
• Stir in corn starch.
• Remove from heat and let cool. Refrigerate before use.
• Use as a topping.

STRAWBERRY BRANDY

Steps:

• Use only fully ripened, unblemished fruit.
• Wash and remove stems/hulls.
• Chop and mash fruit.
• Place in a plastic container or large glass bottle.
• Dissolve sugar in the vodka or brandy.
• Pour over the fruit.
• Cover and let sit in a cool dark place for 4 to 6 months.
• Strain out the fruit and bottle.
• Your fruit brandy is ready to drink!