How to Prepare Award-winning Damson Gin

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Damson Gin is one of the most well liked of current trending foods in the world. It is enjoyed by millions every day. It is simple, it’s quick, it tastes yummy. Damson Gin is something which I’ve loved my entire life. They are fine and they look fantastic.

To begin with this particular recipe, we must prepare a few ingredients. You can cook damson gin using 5 ingredients and 8 steps. Here is how you can achieve it.

The ingredients needed to make Damson Gin:

1. Prepare 2 lb Damsons
2. Make ready 2 lb Caster sugar
3. Make ready 1 liter Dry gin
4. Get 1 1/2 liter Kilner jar or similar
5. Get 1 1/2 liter boiling water

Instructions to make Damson Gin:

1. Prick each damson with a fork (alternatively freeze for a day then defrost overnight and use once defrosted without pricking)
2. Sterilise Kilner jar with boiling water or sterilising agent
3. Layer the damsons and caster sugar into the kilner jar. After each layer has been put in, add enough gin to cover that layer. (Adding the gin gradually ensures you get the full amount of gin in the jar)
4. Seal the jar once full and shake until all the sugar its mixed thoroughly. A good 5 minute shake is best. Store in a dark, cool area.
5. Each day for the first 3-6 weeks, shake the jar for a couple of minutes.
6. Do the above step until the sugar has dissolved completely. At this point, leave the jar in a dark place for 10-12 months.
7. After reaching the 10th month, you can start to think about bottling.
8. To bottle: sieve out the damsons from the gin and bottle into as many bottles as you like. Ensure bottles are sterile. Cork bottles to preserve the drink. It will last for years and years if left unopened.

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