Spiced cherries in vodka

Spiced cherries in vodka
  • Serves icon for 6 people
  • Time icon Takes 10 minutes to make, plus up to 12 hours macerating

Feel smug in the knowledge that you’ve imbibed a few vitamins along with the alcohol with this sophisticated party drink: cherries in vodka.

Nutrition: per serving

Calories
190kcals
Fat
0.1g (no saturated
Protein
0.7g
Carbohydrates
23.6g (14g sugar)
Salt
trace
Calories
190kcals
Fat
0.1g (no saturated
Protein
0.7g
Carbohydrates
23.6g (14g sugar)
Salt
trace

Ingredients

  • 450g cherries, stalks left on
  • 400ml cranberry juice
  • 200ml vodka
  • 200ml apple juice
  • 50ml cherry brandy (orange liqueur is a good alternative)
  • 1 tbsp juniper berries, crushed
  • Pinch of ground allspice

Method

  1. Prick the cherries in several places with a sterilised needle.
  2. Mix all the remaining ingredients together in a large jug or bowl.
  3. Add the cherries, cover and set aside in a cool place for anything from 1-12 hours before serving up in shot glasses.

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