The Homeward Angel Recipe

Name: The Homeward Angel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ounces rye whiskey; 1/2 ounce sweet vermouth; 1/4 ounce orange bitters; A splash of cherry pickling liquid (recipe follows); 2 Pickled Sour Cherries (recipe follows); 1 1/4 cups rice vinegar; 1 small slice of fresh ginger; 15 black peppercorns; 1 1/4 cups sugar; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 4 cups pitted fresh sour cherries (about 1 pound); (makes 1 quart)

Servings: persons

2 ounces rye whiskey
1/2 ounce sweet vermouth
1/4 ounce orange bitters
A splash of cherry pickling liquid (recipe follows)
2 Pickled Sour Cherries (recipe follows)
1 1/4 cups rice vinegar
1 small slice of fresh ginger
15 black peppercorns
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
4 cups pitted fresh sour cherries (about 1 pound)
(makes 1 quart)

1
Pour the rye, vermouth, and bitters over ice in a cocktail mixer.
2
Shake to chill before straining into a chilled glass.
3
Add the cherry pickling liquid.
4
Serve straight up, garnished with the pickled cherries.
5
In a small nonreactive saucepan, combine the vinegar, ginger, peppercorns, sugar, salt, and 1 cup water, and bring to a boil.
6
Put the cherries in a large heatproof jar and pour the hot vinegar mixture over them, covering them completely.
7
When they have cooled, cover and refrigerate.
8
These are best if they sit for at least a day before serving.

384

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ounces rye whiskey, 1/2 ounce sweet vermouth, 1/4 ounce orange bitters, A splash of cherry pickling liquid (recipe follows), and more.

Yes, The Homeward Angel falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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The Homeward Angel

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Variations & substitutions

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