SOUR-CHERRY CORDIALS

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Fresh sour cherries are available seasonally at farmers' markets.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 pounds fresh or thawed frozen sour cherries, pitted (about 3 cups), plus more for garnish (optional)
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups Muscat wine
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon coarse salt
Ice cubes
1 cup (8 ounces) gin
3 cups (24 ounces) seltzer water
8 strips lemon zest (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring cherries, sugar, wine, lemon juice, and salt to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Cook for 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer cherries to a bowl. Raise heat to medium-high, and cook until mixture is syrupy, about 5 minutes. Let cool completely. Return cherries to syrup. (Cherries in syrup can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 month.)
  • Fill 8 glasses with ice. Pour 2 tablespoons gin and 2 tablespoons syrup into each glass, and add 5 cherries. Divide seltzer among glasses (1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons each). Garnish with fresh cherries and lemon zest strips, if desired. Serve immediately.

Osmaninusah Osmaninusah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cordials turned out perfectly. I can't wait to make them again!


Afzal khokhar
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These cordials are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and they make a beautiful gift.


Badsha 302
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I'm not usually a fan of sour cherry cordials, but these ones are amazing! The flavor is perfectly balanced and they're not too sweet.


Aiysha Lulat
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These cordials are a great way to use up leftover sour cherries. They're also a delicious and unique gift idea.


Estella Brooks
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I've made these cordials several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect addition to any holiday gathering.


kathleen Garcia
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These cordials are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend them!


Mary Fredrick
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I love the unique flavor of these cordials. They're perfect for a special occasion or just to enjoy on a cold winter night.


CraignAlma Lindsay
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These cordials are absolutely delicious! The sour cherries give them a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.


Tritri Love_Turuas
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I was looking for a unique and flavorful cordial recipe and this one definitely fits the bill. The sour cherries give it a really nice tartness.


Netsanet Tadesse
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These sour cherry cordials are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the combination of sweet and tart.


ryno engelbrecht
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I made these cordials for my sister's birthday and she absolutely loved them. She said they were the best cordials she's ever had.


Catie Goodson
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These sour cherry cordials were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved the unique flavor.