Plum Cordial

A sweet plum cordial to treat yourself, and for gifting.

Recipe Ingredients:

3 pounds (7 cups) fresh purple plums, halved and pitted
4 cups granulated sugar
1 quart (4 cups) gin

Cooking Directions:

1. In screw top jar, mix all ingredients. Cover tightly. Invert jar; let stand 24 hours. Turn jar upright. Let stand 24 hours. Repeat turning until sugar is dissolved.
2. Store in dark, cool place for two months. Strain through cheesecloth into decanters. Cover.

Makes 2 quarts.