Fine Cherry Liqueur

Wash the cherries, drain well, cut in half and remove the pits.

Mix the cherry halves with water, sugar, orange juice and zest, cinnamon and cloves. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Then allow to cool.

Remove the cloves and cinnamon stick. Puree the cooled cherry spice stock. Pour into a large, sealable jar (or sealable bowl) with the grain schnapps and stir. Let this mixture steep in the dark for about 8 weeks.

After this period, strain the liqueur, bottle and store in a cool place.

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