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How to Make Blueberry Liqueur
Blueberry liqueur has a pungent aroma and is loaded with a flavor similar to blueberry jam. It's a simple matter to make your own blueberry liqueur, but it requires a bit of patience because it takes time for the flavors to blend. Be assured, it will be well worth the wait.
Things You'll Need
- 2 ¼ cups fresh blueberries
- 2/3 cup brandy
- ½ cup vodka
- 1 ¼ cup sugar
- ¾ cup light corn syrup
- 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp. fresh lemon zest
- 1 (2-quart) jar with tightly fitting lid
- 1 cup thawed frozen blueberries, drained
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 1 cup blackberry brandy
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
Fresh Blueberry Liqueur
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Put the fresh blueberries in a sterilized 2-qt. jar and stir in the sugar. Crush the berries to a pulp with a wooden spoon and allow the jar to sit for 1 hour.
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Add the brandy and vodka. Put the lid tightly on the jar and shake the mixture vigorously.
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Add the light corn syrup, lemon juice and lemon zest.
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Cover the jar and put it in a dark, cool place for 2 weeks.
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Strain the blueberry liqueur through a fine mesh strainer and discard the solid matter.
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Put the strained liqueur in a clean container and leave it for one week. Strain it through a damp cheesecloth into the final container, squeezing out as much as possible.
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Allow the blueberry liqueur to age for an additional month before serving.
Easy Blueberry and Cream Liqueur
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Place the blueberries in a blender container and puree them.
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Blend in the vanilla, vodka and blackberry brandy.
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Add the sweetened condensed milk, half and half and evaporated milk and mix thoroughly.
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Serve the Easy Blueberry and Cream Liqueur immediately in small glasses, or over ice cream or frozen yogurt.
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