Polish Blueberry Cordial (Likier Borowkowy)
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Total: 15 mins
Servings: 32 servings
Yield: 1 quart
This Polish blueberry cordial, known as likier borowkowy (LEEH-kyerr boh-rrohv-KOH-vih) or nalewka z jeżyn (nah-LEFF-kah zih yeh-ZHIN) is so pretty in the glass but, beware, this benign-looking drink packs a wallop. This easily prepared alcoholic beverage takes several months to mature, so make it well in advance of drinking. It makes a wonderful addition to an edible gifts basket. This recipe makes about 1 quart of Polish Blueberry Cordial. Don't skimp on cheap vodka when making this recipe. You'll taste the difference, so use good quality alcohol.
Ingredients
2 1/2 pounds blueberries, washed and stemmed
1 quart vodka
2 cups sugar
Steps to Make It
Combine 2 1/2 pounds washed and stemmed blueberries and 1-quart good-quality vodka in a large, sterilized glass container. Seal and set in a dark, cool place for 1 week.
After one week, pour through a sieve, reserving blueberries, and transfer blueberry-infused vodka into a clean, sterilized glass container and seal.
Add 2 cups sugar to reserved blueberries, mix well, and transfer to a separate clean, sterilized glass container and seal. Place both containers in a dark, cool place for one month. Read More…
