Description
Blackberry vanilla bourbon jam delivers a luscious blend of ripe berries, smooth vanilla, and rich bourbon. Homemade spread promises complex flavors that elevate morning toast or dessert with sophisticated Southern charm you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 6 cups blackberries (fresh or thawed from frozen)
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract)
- 1/4 cup bourbon
Acids:
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Gently cleanse the blackberries, meticulously removing any lingering stems or debris. If utilizing a vanilla bean, carefully split it lengthwise and extract the fragrant seeds with precision.
- Transfer the pristine blackberries into a spacious cooking vessel, incorporating sugar, tangy lemon juice, and the aromatic vanilla essence. Ignite the heat to a moderate intensity, stirring intermittently as the berries surrender their vibrant juices and the mixture gradually transforms into a luscious, thickening concoction.
- Introduce a generous splash of bourbon to the simmering mixture, allowing the spirited liquid to infuse depth and complexity. Continue the culinary dance, stirring and watching as the alcohol gently evaporates and the flavors harmonize.
- Perform the classic jam consistency test by depositing a small dollop onto a thoroughly chilled plate. Observe the surface – a gentle push should create a delicate wrinkle, signaling the perfect jammy texture. Should the mixture appear too fluid, extend the cooking process for a few additional moments.
- With careful precision, transfer the molten jam into pristinely sterilized glass containers. For extended preservation, process the sealed jars in a bubbling water bath. Alternatively, allow the jam to cool naturally and store in the refrigerator, where it will maintain its exquisite flavor profile for approximately three weeks.
Notes
- Choose perfectly ripe, deep-purple blackberries for maximum flavor intensity and natural sweetness.
- Consider using bourbon with caramel or vanilla notes to complement the jam’s fruity profile.
- Use fresh vanilla bean for a more pronounced and authentic aromatic experience.
- For a lower-sugar version, swap traditional sugar with monk fruit sweetener or reduce sugar by 25% while maintaining jam’s thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg