Sloe Gin Recipe

Craft your own delicious Sloe Gin, a rich and flavorful liqueur perfect for the holiday season! This recipe, adapted from the BBC, guides you through the simple process of transforming sloes, sugar, and gin into a delightful homemade treat. While ready in just two months, patience is rewarded—the longer it rests, the more complex and delicious it becomes. Impress your friends and family with this sophisticated homemade spirit.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 86415 mins
Calories 2398.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sloe Gin

  • Sloes
  • 1 pound (450g) granulated sugar
  • 1.75 liters (750ml x 2.33) good quality gin
  • Whole Cloves
  • Almond Essence

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How to Make Sloe Gin

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry 1 pound (450g) of sloes.
  2. Freeze the sloes for 1 week, or pierce each sloe's skin multiple times with a needle or sharp skewer to help them release their juices.
  3. Place the sloes in a large, sterilized glass jar (at least 2-liter capacity).
  4. Add 1 pound (450g) granulated sugar.
  5. Pour in 1.75 liters (750ml x 2.33) of good quality gin.
  6. (Optional) Add 10 whole cloves and 1 teaspoon of almond essence.
  7. Securely seal the jar with an airtight lid.
  8. Store the jar in a cool, dark place for at least 2 months, ideally longer.
  9. Gently shake the jar every 2-3 days for the first week, then once a week thereafter.
  10. After at least two months (longer is better!), carefully strain the sloe gin through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined funnel into smaller, sterilized bottles.
  11. Allow the strained gin to settle for a day or two before enjoying. The longer you wait, the smoother it will taste!
  12. Enjoy responsibly - this is a potent and delicious liqueur!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

798g

Fat

0g

Carbs

66g

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