Hi Rachel! Just wanted to clarify which is correct…  Thanks! shipment of fresh cherries that I had just received in the mail. Ingredients: Barley malt – 17.6 lbs (8 kg’s) Water – 8.45 gallons (32 litres) Yeast; Single malt whiskey of the highest quality can be made from barley. 5 ½ cups.spirits such as whisky, mezcal, brandy, rum, etc. Without a doubt, one of our favorite couples to hang out with are our friends, Lindsey and Will. But there’s no need to spend an arm and a leg on a great garnish. Add ice cubes, whiskey, and cherry liqueur. Adding spices, coffee beans, or citrus peels can create a unique flavor profile, but it may not turn out as you expect. Gently stir in the cinnamon strip and orange peel. Your email address will not be published. I like to use a fine mesh strainer to filter out the chunks. They will last for up to … From macaroons to Almond joy, there’s an array of coconut notes to discover in bourbon, scotch, and beyond. Drop in the spice bundle (if using) and stir occasionally. If you drink Manhattans, cherries soaked in whisky or mezcal are best, according to Otsuji. Set a trashcan nearby. Your friends sound amazing! Reduce the heat and let it simmer for awhile for those flavors to meld. Everything from grabbing a bite to eat together, to going on trips together, to someday maybe even hanging out while having little ones play at our feet together always sounded so dang fun. A whiskey fan would never want a cocktail that covers up the taste of their whiskey. (30 ml.) Cook the Cherries My favorite thing in life is time spent around the table. Hi Jamie! And that’s an affiliate link.). The idea sounded great, especially since my favorite cocktail cherries are so dang expensive to buy. Add More Flavor Repeat until you have sterilized all the jars. Then these delicious, naturally-sweetened, bourbon soaked cherries will be yours to enjoy for a few months to come. Yum!!! Please read my disclosure policy. 8. To make homemade whiskey which is very similar to Scottish or Irish original drinks, you’ll have to travel a long way, but the result will be worth the effort. Salsa, queso, hummus, and guac make surprisingly delicious companions for bourbon, scotch, and more. But! Lightly dust the cherries with superfine white sugar and citric acid powder. And now that we get to do that regularly — well, minus the little ones of our own, obvs ;) — I’m not taking a second of it for granted. Consider the type of cocktail you’ll use the cherries in most often. Jul 14, 2013 - Explore caizai's board "Cherry Whiskey ", followed by 788 people on Pinterest. Fill the first set of jars with hot water and use a pair of tongs to submerge them, base down, in the pot. Then remove from the heat and stir in the bourbon. These look amazing and would be insaaaaane mixed into homemade ice cream. Have the Right Tools I can’t wait to try these! “When you’re looking for the right cherries, consider their usage in the final presentation,” Otsuji says, noting that smaller cherries tend to look better in cocktails. Pour the obtained mass into a fermentation container (with pits or... 2. Rinse and drain the cherries, and put them into a container. We haven’t tried that and honestly aren’t too familiar with canning. Let the Jars Cool Top the drink off with Coca Cola. This recipe sounds delicious and I was interested in making these cherries for gifts as well! For the best way to bring out the whiskey flavor, use something with a higher proof so it won’t be buried by the extra flavors this drink brings. Thanks Ali! And all the better with some seriously tasty food to bring us all together. © Copyright 2021. Mash the cherries by hands, mashing each berry. Tie on an apron, or place the cherries and a second empty container inside a clear plastic bag on a table in front of you. Toss to coat the fruit evenly. Try adding an ounce of Godiva white chocolate liqueur, and an ounce of heavy cream, shaken and poured over ice. The Recipe: 1. Hey, does anyone know how these would turn out with frozen unsweetened cherries? The taste was smooth and slightly smokey but I am just not a straight-up whiskey drinker. Store at room temp or slightly cool, away from direct sunlight. And YES, these would be to die for in some homemade ice cream — the possibilities are endless! (5 g.) of powdered sugar, and a handful of ice in a cocktail shaker. :D. This is so cool! 6. And oh my goodness, they weren’t kidding. Glass: Rocks. “Sugar-free is all the rage these days, and many people are opting to use honey, maple syrup, agave, etc, as a substitute, but I prefer superfine granulated white sugar,” Otsuji says. Remove from heat, and strain out the cinnamon stick and orange peel. Then just stir in the bourbon, and add them to the pint jars, etc. I’ve been looking forward to this post! This whiskey distillation is unique and isn’t easily replaced with any domestic American whiskeys. We hope you love them, Melissa! Thank you for your sweet comment, Ellie! Don’t tell her, but I had one for breakfast this am. All that’s needed is a handful of simple ingredients and a handy cherry pitting tool to prep your cherries. You’ll also need ample space to cool the jars after sterilization. I’m making these again as gifts this year because they were such a hit last year! Love double-dating!!! Yes, these should keep for around 2-3 months. “It’s delicious, and you can use it for a number of dessert applications or boozy milkshakes,” Otsuji says. Anyway, I want to make the cherries but the link is broken for the pitter. So delicious. Rye Whiskey: This is very much a rye cocktail, ... but suffice to say Maraschino is a liqueur made from the distillate of the marasca cherry, a … ★☆ I love them because they’re naturally sweetened with honey (and sweet but not too sweet), made with natural ingredients (and zero food dyes, as opposed to common maraschino cherries), and they pack a great bourbon kick that tastes great with just about any cocktail. Muddle cherries in cocktail shaker and add whiskey, lemon juice, cherry syrup and ice to … Pick the Perfect Cherries Dip them into the boiling water for a few minutes, then remove to the drying rack. Choose from 12 drink recipes containing Cherry Whiskey. Put on food-safe gloves and wash the cherries, discarding any damaged or overripe fruit and removing stems as you go. Use the infused whisky to make a Brooklyn or Manhattan. And the whiskey, itself, makes an excellent drink. Smash/muddle them to release the juice. Amazingly delicious! Transfer the spices into the center of a piece of cheesecloth. Pour cooled cherry mixture into a large glass jar and add the rye whiskey. So I rounded up the ingredients, and got ready to make them. 2. My husband loves an old fashion and I can’t wait to make these for his next guys night! jars or 12 8-oz. I’ve moved into enjoying the more classic cocktails lately. I think they would be great! 7. Wait *If you want softer cherries, you’re welcome to add the cherries to the honey mixture and let them simmer for that 10 minutes together. Can the jars be canned in a Steam Bath for longer shelf life? Ball mason jars with two-piece lids (either 6 16-oz. 3 – 1 Pint Mason Jars 18-24 Cherries per jar (remove pits, stem may be left on or removed.) You can use a wide-mouth jar funnel or go free-hand, but work quickly. Want to make an Old Fashioned like a champion bartender? Iconic whiskey sour cocktail recipe with a summer cherry kick. Let sugar dissolve and turn into a syrup liquid. Remove from heat and let cool. Strain into a measuring cup or glass bowl through a fine mesh sieve … Pit the Cherries Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Spirits with a higher sugar content tend to work better to preserve and extract flavor from the cherries. 4. Bring the water to a simmer. Just add in a little extra honey (or your desired sweetener) if need be. Serve with a cherry for garnish and cocktail straws. Continue heating, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches a simmer. Pour the bourbon mixture evenly over the cherries, then let the mixture cool completely to room temperature. Place your cherries in a clean mason jar or two. However, we think if you were to follow the traditional method for canning fruits, that should probably work! Set aside. Fill a large, deep pot with enough hot water to cover the jars. Mason jars and lids with sealable rubber gaskets are essential, as are a cherry pitter, a bowl for the cherries, food-safe gloves (unless you want curiously stained fingers for days), and a steam cabinet or a very large pot and jar tongs. 2 oz bourbon; 1 oz lemon juice; 1 oz simple syrup; 1 egg white, optional* Cocktail cherry, for garnish.