Damson Gin
Per serving
Pour the taste of autumn into a bottle with our homemade damson gin. The flavor matures and improves over time. The recipe can also be used to make damson vodka.
Step-by-step instructions
- 1
Wash and sort the damson plums, removing leaves and stems, then dry them, place them in a freezer bag and freeze overnight. The next day, crush the frozen damsons several times with a rolling pin and transfer everything into a 2‑liter Kilner jar or divide between two smaller jars.
- 2
Add the sugar and gin, cover with a lid. Shake well. Every day for a week, shake the jar vigorously until all the sugar dissolves, then store it in a cool, dark place for 2‑3 months.
- 3
Line a plastic sieve with a square of muslin (or use a coffee filter cone for a very clear gin) and strain the damson gin through it. Transfer to clean, dry bottles, seal and label. The gin is ready to drink, but will improve over time – it can be kept for over a year if you can wait.
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