Caledonia Spirits - Barr Hill Gin Recipe
Make Caledonia Spirits - Barr Hill Gin Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Sweetening Ingredients
Method
Infusion
- 1
- 2
Add Water
Pour 4 cups of water over the botanicals in the container. Ensure that all ingredients are submerged.
- 3
Let it Sit
Seal the container and let it sit for 24 hours to allow the flavors to infuse into the water.
Distillation
- 4
Strain the Mixture
After 24 hours, strain the mixture through a fine sieve or cheesecloth to remove the solid botanicals, collecting the liquid in a clean pot.
- 5
Distill the Liquid
Transfer the strained liquid to a pot still. Heat gently to distill and capture the vapor, which will condense back into liquid form.
- 6
Collect the Gin
Collect the distillate in a clean container. This is your base gin.
Sweetening
- 7
Add Honey for Sweetness
Once the gin has cooled, stir in 0.5 cups of raw honey until it is fully dissolved.
Bottling
- 8
Bottle the Gin
Pour the finished gin into clean bottles and seal tightly. Store in a cool, dark place.
- 9
Serve
Your homemade Barr Hill Gin is ready to enjoy! Serve it neat or use it in your favorite cocktails.
