Indulge in the vibrant, berry-infused elegance of Homemade Framboise, a luscious raspberry liqueur you can craft in your own kitchen. This simple yet luxurious recipe combines fresh, juicy raspberries, high-proof vodka, and a touch of homemade sugar syrup to create a smooth, fruity drink that's perfect for sipping or elevating your favorite cocktails. For added depth, the optional inclusion of vanilla bean lends a subtle, aromatic sweetness. With just a bit of patience and minimal prep time, this DIY liqueur rewards you with a beautifully vibrant, ruby-red drink that only gets better with age. Serve it chilled, drizzle it over desserts, or gift it as a thoughtful handcrafted treatβthis homemade framboise is as versatile as it is exquisite.
Rinse the raspberries thoroughly under cold water and let them dry on a clean towel.
If using a vanilla bean, split it lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with the back of a knife. Set both the seeds and the pod aside.
In a large sterilized jar or glass container with an airtight lid, combine the raspberries and vanilla beans (if using).
Pour the vodka over the raspberries, ensuring they are fully submerged. Seal the jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place.
Shake the jar gently every 2β3 days for 3 weeks to infuse the vodka with raspberry flavor.
After 3 weeks, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl to remove the raspberries and solids. Reserve the infused liquid and discard the solids.
In a small saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, mix the sugar syrup into the raspberry-infused vodka. Stir well to combine.
Transfer the finished framboise into sterilized glass bottles or jars with airtight lids.
Store the liqueur in a cool, dark place for an additional 1β2 weeks to mellow the flavors (optional). The framboise can be enjoyed immediately but improves with age.
Serve chilled or use in cocktails. Enjoy!
Calories |
2936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.3 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 272.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 761 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.