Homemade Black Currant Liqueur
It’s the perfect time to make a Homemade Black Currant Liqueur to grace your table! This drink has a deep, rich flavor and is incredibly easy to make. It’s perfect for serving guests at festive occasions. While you can use other berries, black currants create the best, most aromatic result.
Updated : 06 November, 2025
Easy
More than 1 hour.
Ingredients
500 milliliters
Vodka
150 grams
Currant
2 tablespoon
Sugar
1.5 teaspoon
Lemon zest
to taste
Mint
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
You can replace mint with lemon balm. The currants can be either fresh or frozen - if frozen, thaw them beforehand. Wash the lemon, pour boiling water over it, and pat dry.
Step 2
Rinse and sort the black currants, especially if they’re fresh or just picked. Remove all stems and leaves. Transfer the berries to a suitable container and mash them with a pestle until a puree forms. You can also use a blender, but avoid over-blending - too fine a texture will make straining difficult later.
Step 3
Carefully peel the zest from the lemon and add it to the crushed currants. Be sure to remove only the yellow layer of peel - the white pith underneath is bitter and can ruin the flavor of your drink.
Step 4
Add sugar to the berry mixture. The amount can be adjusted based on how sweet or tart your currants are and your personal taste preference.
Step 5
Transfer the mixture to a large glass bottle or jar for steeping. Pour in the vodka and shake well so the sugar begins to dissolve.
Step 6
For extra freshness, add a few mint leaves. Gently crush them with your hands to release their aroma. Close the bottle tightly and store it in a dark place for 5 to 20 days. After steeping, strain the liqueur through several layers of cheesecloth - your homemade black currant liqueur is ready to serve!