Beverages

Crabapple Liqueur
Glistening clear. Make at least five weeks ahead. Store on the shelf in an airtight container.

4 qts. crabapples, cut in half
4 cups granulated sugar
26 oz. vodka

Fill 4 quart (4 L) container 3/4 full with crab apples. Pour sugar over top. Add vodka. Add remaining 1/4 of crabapples to fill. Put lid on. Let stand on counter or in cupboard. Turn jar upside down then right side up, once a day, for 7 days. Let stand 1 month. Strain through sieve, discarding crabapples. Strain liqueur through 4 layers of cheesecloth. Makes 6 cups liqueur.