The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3415 — Melon Nalivka
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3415 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Take a ripe fragrant but not overripe melon and cut into small pieces. Fill a large bottle or smaller flask, depending on quantity.
Immediately pour in French vodka until it covers the fruit, or use the best purified vodka if French vodka is unavailable.
Infuse for two weeks, strain and sweeten to taste with ¼–¾ pound sugar per bottle nalivka.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3415. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.