BerryMIX

Ingredients

• Brandy – 700 ml
• Vodka – 500 ml
• Raspberry – 450 g
• Mixed currants (White, Red, Black) – 150 g
• Gooseberry – 200 g
• White Sugar – 100 g
• Brown Muscovado Sugar – 50 g
• Cane Sugar – 100 g
• Honey – 50 g
• Cloves x 5
• Peppercorns (Black) x 7
• Star Anise - 1 star
• Mint - 15 leaves

Preparation

1. Rinse all berries and gooseberries, removing stems and damaged fruit.
2. Gently crush them to release juices but keep some pieces whole.
3. Place the fruits in a clean, sterilized 2L glass jar.
4. Add all sugars and honey in layers with the fruit.
5. Drop in cloves, peppercorns, star anise, and mint leaves.
6. Pour in brandy and vodka, ensuring all ingredients are submerged.
7. Seal the jar tightly and shake gently to mix the contents.
8. Store in a cool, dark place for 5–6 weeks, shaking every few days at first.
9. Strain through fine cloth, bottle, and rest for another week before tasting.