Hey Guys and Gals! A liqueur made from green, unripe ume steeped with rock sugar and alcohol.
Ingredients
1 pound green, unripe ume
1 1/2 cups of Chinese rock sugar, white or yellow
3 cups of shochu and/or vodka
Directions
1. Soak the ume in a tub of water for 2 to 4 hours to help remove bitterness.
2. Poke the skin of each fruit and place the fruit in the container.
3. Smash the rock sugar and measure it into the container. Regular sugar can be used instead.
4. Add the alcohol. If using shochu, use a higher percentage because it lasts better. Close the container and shake well.
5. Steep for at least 3 months in a cool, dark place.
6. Strain through several layers of moistened cheesecloth and gently wring out the rest. If needed, strain once more through a coffee strainer. Water down to taste.
Utensils: 3 liter glass jar, measuring cups, metal strainer, cheesecloth, small funnel and glass bottles. Glass is always preferable when working with strong alcohol.
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