Homemade Strawberry Liqueur Two Ways
Strawberry Liqueur made with fresh Strawberries and vodka, make it with a simple syrup or a creamy mixture. Take your pick both are the best ways to bring in or take out the Strawberry Season this year!
Italian are big on making Homemade Liqueur from Limoncello to Grappa. We have a friend who makes his own Grappa and I am telling you, I can’t even get that stuff down. It is so strong.
I prefer my liqueurs a little less strong. And this Strawberry Liqueur is perfect. Not too sweet, a delicious after dinner liqueur. Delicious too served over ice.
You might think it takes too much time to make this, but believe me the recipes where the fruit has to sit with the alcohol for more time is really worth it. Just imagine what you are going to taste in 20 days? Believe me I trust the Italians when it comes to making a homemade Liqueur. I have never had a bad one. Strong yes, bad no.
Once I had the strawberry and the liquor mixed I decided to divide the liquid and make two varieties. A regular Strawberry Liqueur and a Cream Strawberry Liqueur. I have to say we are a cream loving liquor couple, and it turns out so are our friends.
That Cream Strawberry Liqueur went down really well. In fact too well maybe?
How to make Strawberry Liqueur at home
- Clean and slice the strawberries.
- Place strawberries in a large glass jar with a tight fitting lid.
- Add the vodka and stir to combine.
- Close the jar and place in a dark cupboard or cabinet for 20 days.
- Once the 20 days has passed …
- Make a syrup by boiling water and sugar until thickened, let cool completely.
- Separate the strawberries from the liquid using a sieve.
- Combine the strawberry liquid and the sugar mixture.
- Pour into a bottle, cover and refrigerate for 2 days before serving. So worth it!
How to make Cream Strawberry Liqueur
- Once the 20 days has passed …
- Make a cream mixture by heating whole cream, milk and sugar until very hot, let cool completely.
- Separate the strawberries from the liquid using a sieve.
- Combine the strawberry liquid and the cream mixture.
- Pour into a bottle, cover and refrigerate for 1 day before serving. Even more worth it!
How long does Strawberry Liqueur keep?
- The regular Strawberry Liqueur will keep 3-4 weeks in the fridge.
- The Cream Strawberry Liqueur will keep 1-2 weeks.
I hope you decide to try this Liqueur, whether you try the Regular Strawberry Liqueur or the Creamy Strawberry Liqueur or why not both? Let me know what you think. Salute!
More Homemade Liqueurs you may enjoy!
- Homemade Creamy Nutella Liqueur
- Homemade Pumpkin Pie Cream Liqueur
- Limoncello
- Homemade Chocolate Liqueur
Homemade Strawberry Liqueur 2 Ways
Ingredients
STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR
- 1 pound strawberries (cleaned and sliced)
- 2 cups vodka
TO MAKE SIMPLE STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR**
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
TO MAKE CREAM STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR**
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 cup cream (heavy / whipping)*
**I halved the “Strawberry Liqueur” recipe to make this liqueur. If you want to make just one type double the ingredients
*at least 30% fat.
Instructions
STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR
- In a large jar that closes tight add the sliced strawberries and cover with the vodka. (stir to combine). Place in a dark cupboard or closet for 20 days, twirl the jar to mix every 2 days.
TO MAKE SIMPLE STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR
- After the 20 days has passed make the syrup, in a medium pot add the sugar and water over medium heat bring to a boil, stirring often, lower heat and cook for 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Strain the alcohol from the strawberries into a clean jar or bottle with a tight fitting lid. Add the cooled syrup and stir to combine. Close the jar and refrigerate for 2 days before serving. Can also be stored in the freezer.
TO MAKE THE CREAM STRAWBERRY LIQUEUR
- After the 20 days has passed make the cream syrup, in a medium pot add the sugar, milk and cream, stir to combine, bring the mixture to a boil, lower heat and simmer 1 minute, then remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Strain the alcohol from the strawberries into a clean jar or bottle with a tight fitting lid. Add the cooled cream mixture and stir to combine. Close the jar and refrigerate for 1 day before serving. Enjoy!
I’m not sure if I made myself clear in my previous question. I hope this helps. I have my 20 day strawberry/vodka ready to go. This morning I made each of the simple syrup and cream syrup. Do I divide the vodka in half and add all the simple syrup to one half and all the cream syrup to the other half. Thanks
Hi Jenny, yes exactly as you said, you divide the alcohol between the two. So half in one and half in the other. Take care!
Hi! The recipe says ” The regular Strawberry Liqueur will keep 3-4 weeks in the fridge.”
How long will it keep in the freezer?
Thanks, Ally
Hi Ally, I would say about 2-3 months in the freezer. Take care!
I have made lemoncello that was way too strong to drink using a less expensive vodka. Is there a smooth vodka you recommend?.
I love your recipes and look forward to the emails. They have been a part of many meals and celebrations here in Mississippi. Thank you!!!!
Hi Leslie, I usually use Absolut vodka. Thanks so much, so happy to a part of your meals and celebrations in Mississippi! Take care and have a wonderful weekend!
Could I substitute white rum for the vodka possibly?
Hi Kristina, apparently you can. Let me know how it goes. Take care!
Awesome and easy to make. I froze a lot of strawberries this summer. Can I thaw them and use in place of fresh strawberries? Thank you for so many delicious recipes.
Hi Mary, thanks so much glad you like it. Yes frozen strawberries are fine instead of fresh. Take care!
Can I make the clear version and then blend in the cream when I want to make a cocktail?
Hi JoAnn, I have never done that, so I really don’t know. You have to heat the milk and cream and the sugar, you could try and let me know if you do. Take care!
I am totally confused by your ** footnote regarding doubling. I want to make a liqueur by first infusing the vodka with the berries, then after weeks of storing, adding a simple syrup made of sugar and water to the strained infusion. If I use 1 pound of berries and 2 cups of vodka for the infusion, what is the recipe for the simple syrup that I will need to add?
Thank you.
Hi Donna, sorry you are confused. For the 1 pound of berries and 2 cups of vodka you will need 2 cups of water and 1 1/2-2 cups of sugar (depends on how sweet your berries are). Hope that helps take care.