Sliwkowka czyli nalewka ze sliwek polish purple plum liqueur –Hey y’all! Today, I want to share a lively and delicious recipe for a classic Polish treat that many folks may not know about—Sliwkowka, a plum liqueur that’s sure to bless your taste buds! This sweet drink is perfect for sipping or adding a splash to your favorite cocktails. So let’s roll up our sleeves and get started with this awesome liqueur that brings a taste of Poland right to your home.
Get Ready to Craft Some Sliwkowka
Check out this stunning image of what we’re working towards:
This beautiful liqueur is all about those sweet, juicy plums! Now, let’s get down to business with the ingredients you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds of ripe purple plums
- 750 ml of high-proof vodka or grain alcohol
- 1-2 cups of sugar, depending on your taste
- 1-2 cups of water
- 2-3 whole cloves (optional)
- 1 stick of cinnamon (optional)
Instructions:
- First things first, wash those plums really well and cut them in half. Remove the pits and give ‘em a little love by adding them to a clean glass jar.
- Pour the vodka or grain alcohol over the plums until they’re fully submerged. Make sure those spirits are all over those plums, sealing in all that fabulous flavor!
- If you’re feeling fancy, toss in the cloves and cinnamon to kick things up a notch. Seal the jar tightly and give it a good shake.
- Let it sit in a cool, dark place for about 4 to 6 weeks. You can give it a shake every week or so to encourage the magic to happen.
- Once those weeks are up and your patience has paid off, prepare for the next step by straining the mixture. Use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to capture all the fruit bits from your beautiful liqueur.
- Now, in a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and your sugar. Heat it gently until the sugar dissolves completely. This is your simple syrup.
- Combine your strained plum infusion with the simple syrup and adjust the sweetness if needed, adding more sugar or syrup based on your palate.
- Finally, pour that luscious liquid into clean bottles. Seal ‘em up and store them in the fridge or another cool location. Your sipping journey is almost complete!
Let your Sliwkowka sit for at least another week to truly amplify those flavors. When you’re ready to enjoy, pour yourself a glass and relish every drop of this delightful Polish plum liqueur. Cheers!