The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3879 — Liqueur Fruits
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3879 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Cover peaches with good cognac and leave for about two days, then drain.
Make a thick syrup with 1½ glasses fine refined sugar for each glass water, cool and pour over the fruit.
A small glass of cognac may be added to the syrup. The author also refers to preserves from recipe No. 3271.
Historical editorial note: The historical infusion is not a validated preservation method.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3879. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.