Sloe syrup

Ingredients for 1 servings:

• 2 kg sloes
• 1 kg sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon, ground
• 1 tsp. clove powder
• n. B. water

Instructions

Working time approx. 20 minutes; Rest period approx. 3 days; Total time approx. 3 days 20 minutes

Note: Either harvest the sloes after the first frost or freeze them briefly. Place the sloes in a saucepan and pour enough boiling water over them to completely cover the sloes. Cover and let steep for 24 hours. After this time, drain the liquid, reserving a reserve. Bring to the boil again and pour the hot liquid over the sloes again. After another 24 hours, drain the liquid again, bring to the boil, and pour it over the sloes. Repeat this process again after 24 hours. Then pour the juice through a fine sieve or linen cloth. Add the sugar and spices. Bring to the boil again and simmer for a few minutes. While still hot, pour into prepared bottles and seal immediately. The syrup tastes delicious over ice or makes a refreshing drink with cold mineral water.