Raspberry Cordial
Origin: Tidewater Virginia
Source: Mary Randolph, 1824
Ingredients
- 1 quart ripe red raspberries
- 1 quart best French brandy
- 1 pound powdered loaf sugar
- water
Instructions
- Combine one quart of ripe red raspberries with one quart of best French brandy. Let it remain about a week.
- Strain the mixture through a sieve or bag, pressing out all the liquid.
- Reduce the strength to your taste by adding water. Add one pound of powdered loaf sugar for each gallon of cordial.
- Let it stand until refined. Note: it destroys the flavor of these fruits to put them on the fire.