Merry Mingle

Dried fruit vodka liqueur with citrus, spice and winter cheer

Merry Mingle captures the warmth of Christmas in a bottle — a joyful dance of sun-dried fruits, glowing citrus, and golden honey. As the plums, cranberries, apricots, raisins, and dates soak in rich vodka, their flavors intertwine with orange zest and mandarin brightness. Spices — clove, allspice, and star anise — whisper of winter nights and candlelight. Each sip feels like gathering by the fire with loved ones, laughter, and music — a true celebration of togetherness and cheer.

Ingredients

Vodka – 1.4 L
Dry Plums - 70g
Dried Cranberies -70g
Dried Appricots - 70g
Dried Raisins (Red) - 70g
Dates – 70g
Oranges - 2 (Juice and Zest)
Mandarines - 2 (Juice)
Brown Muscavado Sugar – 50 g
Honey - 20 0ml
Clove x 5
Black Pepper x 5
Allspice x 5
Star anise – ½ star
Vanilla - ½ stick

Preparation

Rinse and pat dry all dried fruits, cutting larger pieces into chunks.
Place fruits in a large glass jar; add orange zest, orange and mandarin juice.
Add spices (clove, black pepper, allspice, star anise) and vanilla.
Pour in honey and muscovado sugar, stir gently to coat the fruits.
Add vodka, mix well, and seal tightly.
Store in a cool, dark place for 3–4 weeks, shaking every few days.
Strain through fine cloth, pressing lightly.
Bottle and rest another week before serving.

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