Recipe compliments of Rick and Lynne
Spiced Cran-apple Liqueur
Cuisine: American Type: Beverage Serves: 1 quart
Source:
McCall's Christmas Cooking Guide/1993
Attributes:
Comments:
First batch was made with Sauvignon Blanc for the white wine and with brandy. Second batch was better and was made with Chardonnay and cognac-Mmmmmmm!
Serving Suggestions:
Ingredients:
4 Granny Smith Apples (1 1/2 lb.) or other tart, firm apple such as Rennets
2 cups good quality white wine
2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
1 tsp. whole cloves
2 cups sugar
1 (12 oz.) pkg. cranberries, chopped
2 cups cognac or brandy
1 tsp. grated orange zest

Instructions:
1. Pare and core apples; cut into eighths. Place in large glass bowl; add 1/2 cup wine and the spices. Microwave on High 8 minutes or until boiling, stirring occasionally. Add sugar; microwave on High 4 minutes, stirring once to dissolve sugar.

2. Add cranberries, brandy or cognac, remaining wine and the orange zest. Pour into 2 quart glass container, seal. Store in cool, dark place for 3 weeks, shaking occasionally.

3. Strain through double thickness of cheesecloth; repeat until liquid is clear. Pour into 1 quart bottle or decanter; seal. Store in cool dark place for 2 weeks.

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2001-03-10