The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3482 — Raspberry Liqueur
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3482 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Mash fresh raspberries and strain through linen. Once the juice drains, take 6–9 glasses and combine with 9 pounds sugar.
Bring to the boil two or three times and skim thoroughly. Cool, add ¼ vedro spirit and strain through flannel, proceeding as for raspberry vodka in recipe No. 3469.
Historical editorial note: The original refers to a historical spirit-purification process, not to modern validated safety controls.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3482. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.