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Eating and Drinking => Homebrew => Topic started by: aqua on June 30, 2011, 00:03

Title: blackcurrant gin
Post by: aqua on June 30, 2011, 00:03

I have been given 1.5 llb of blackcurrants. They are saying gin to me. I am going to search the internet. Anyone got any loved recipes.

I was thinking that some verbena leaves might go well in the brew. but i could be wrong

Title: Re: blackcurrant gin
Post by: New shoot on June 30, 2011, 16:49

I've made blackcurrant rum before - don't see why gin would not work.

You put 300g blackcurrants and 300g sugar in a demijohn or large bottle with 70cl white rum, seal it and leave for 7-10 days.  Shake the bottle every day.  You're aiming for a good blackcurrant colour in the spirits.

Strain and enjoy  :) 

Title: Re: blackcurrant gin
Post by: aqua on June 30, 2011, 22:54

ok - i am going to set it off tomorrow