By: Adapted from www.washingtonpost.com.
This irresistible cordial has just three ingredients, and was famously one of George Washington’s favorite treats. The leftover boozy cherries can be served on ice cream or over pound cake for a decadent dessert. Note that the active prep time is about 30 minutes, but the bounce won't be ready for 40+ days!
Time: Preparation 30 mins
Serving: 1 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb tart cherries
- 2.75 c sugar
- 4 c bourbon
Preparation
Pierce each cherry a couple of times with the tip of a knife.
Pour the sugar into a half-gallon jar, and add 1 cup of the bourbon. Shake to dissolve the sugar. Add the cherries and gently shake again, and pour in the last 3 cups of bourbon.
Seal the jar and set in a sunny spot inside for 1 week. Move the jar to a dark area and let rest for an additional 40 days. When you’re ready to enjoy it, strain the mixture through a sieve into a bowl. Cover and let sit for 3-4 hours, then pour the bounce into a clean 1-quart jar, leaving any sediment in the bowl.
Stored in a well-sealed jar at a moderate temperature, the bounce will keep indefinitely.
