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A finished jar of blueberry liqueur on a baking sheet surrounded by fresh blueberries.
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Homemade Blueberry Liqueur

A dark, rich liqueur infused with fresh blueberries, maple syrup and spices. Perfect for making cocktails or sipping.
Prep Time5 minutes
Infusing time30 days
Total Time30 days 5 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Blueberry liqueuer recipe, Blueberry liqueur cocktail
Calories: 2635kcal
Author: Alan Bergo
Cost: 20

Equipment

  • 1 Half gallon glass mason jar with lid
  • 1 latex gloves
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 1x1 ft square of cheesecloth

Ingredients

  • 750 ml Vodka or brandy
  • 1 cup Maple syrup or organic cane sugar
  • 1 2 inch strip Lemon peel
  • 3 Each Allspice berries
  • ½ Vanilla bean, seeds scraped out or 1 tablespoon homemade vanilla extract
  • 1.5 lbs Fresh or frozen blueberries or a mix of other seasonal berries you like
  • ½-1 cup Water Optional

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients into a container like a non-reactive mason jar (½ gallon size works) with a tight fitting lid.
  • Label and date the jar and store in a cool, dry place for 30 days.
  • Strain the blueberry liqueur. Wearing gloves, squeeze as much juice from the fruit as you can.
  • Taste the liqueur. I like it stronger as I sip it or mix with champagne. I don't thin it at all. If you want it to have less alcohol, add some water, starting with ½ cup-1 cup. Remember that the blueberries will have added at least an additional cup of their own natural liquid.
  • When you're pleased with the flavor, pour the finished liqueur into jars or bottles. Label, date, and store in a cool dark place.
  • Enjoy the blueberry liquor in drinks mixed with champagne, used to marinate fruit and in blueberry sauces or drizzled over ice cream.

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Notes

What to mix with blueberry liqueur 

Blueberries love citrus and soft flavors. Champagne is by far the best mixer for blueberry liqueur if you want to taste the fresh blueberry flavor. But, sometimes I'll mix it with a splash of soda water on ice for a low alcohol cocktail. You can also mix the liqueur with dry white wine instead of champagne. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1oz | Calories: 2635kcal | Carbohydrates: 219g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 765mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 193g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 379mg | Iron: 1mg