Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
Spring is in the air — and in the box of fresh produce from our local greengrocer. The earthy sweetness of early beets is, we believe, a perfect complement to the bright woodsy notes found in gin.
I love using this old school English plum in this jam recipe with my favourite hedgerow tipple made from foraged sloes. Superb on a hot toasted crumpet or on a scone with clotted cream and a pot of tea. Mmmm
The song "Sippin' on Gin and Juice" will come to mind as you enjoy this blackberry jam with the delicious addition of gin. A condiment to make even Snoop Dogg get up early. Please note you don't have to enjoy rap music to like this jam.
This year peaches come early, at least in Europe. If like me, you don't like the peach taste altered in your jams, add some gin! It will enhance the fruit flavour and make it more sophisticated.
Apricot season is the best occasion to try this extremely easy home-made liqueur. Gin, sugar and apricots is all you need. Oh, and, of course, a bit of patience!
