Gooseberry Vodka Infusion

Cooking method

1. Step 1:

   

   How do you make a gooseberry vodka infusion? Gather your ingredients: red gooseberries, sugar, and vodka. The berries can be either underripe or ripe. The color of the gooseberries naturally determines the color of the finished drink — I always prefer red varieties, which are more fragrant and prettier. Choose good-quality vodka for a smoother taste.

2. Step 2:

   

   Rinse the gooseberries well under running water and drain them in a colander. You don't need to trim off the stems and tails. If the berries were really dirty, soak them in water for a few hours to loosen the grit, then rinse again under running water.

3. Step 3:

   

   Put the berries in a glass container, pour the vodka over them, and cover. I use a glass jar of the right size. Leave it in a dark place for two months.

4. Step 4:

   

   After that time, strain the infusion through a fine strainer or cheesecloth and discard the berries. Make a simple syrup: put the sugar in a suitable pot, add the water, and set it over the heat. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Cool the syrup, pour it into the infusion, shake, and let it sit for another week. The infusion is ready.

5. Step 5:

   

   Pour it into bottles. Store the infusion in the fridge or a cool, dry place.