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Put the blackberries into a shallow dish and lightly crush them with a fork.
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Transfer the berries and their juice to a 1-qt Mason jar.
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Add in the orange peel, cloves, vodka, and brandy.
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Seal the jar and shake it to mix.
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Set the jar aside in a cold, dark place for 4 weeks.
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Strain the mix through a fine sieve into a 4-c. glass measuring c., pressing down on the fruit with a wooden spoon to extract as much fluid as possible.
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Throw away the solids, and rinse the sieve and the Mason jar thoroughly.
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Fit the sieve with a damp coffee filter and strain the liquid back into the jar.
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Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan.
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Heat for 5 min over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, till the sugar dissolves, leaving a clear syrup.
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Remove the pan from the heat and cold to room temperature.
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Add in the syrup and the glycerin to the jar.
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Reseal the Mason jar and shake gently to blend.
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If you wish, transfer the liqueur to decanters*.
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The Blackberry Cordial should be ready to drink in 2 or possibly 3 days and has a shelf life of 2 to 3 months.
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NOTES : If using decanters with cork stoppers instead of glass stoppers, replace the corks after each use.
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Preparation Time: 0:00
