Homemade Juice (Kompot)
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Homemade Juice (Kompot)
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Homemade Juice (Kompot) is a traditional fruit beverage made by boiling apricots, cherries, and blueberries in water with sugar. The fruit is cooked until softened, then the liquid is strained, resulting in a lightly sweetened, flavorful juice. This refreshing drink is typically served chilled and showcases the natural taste of fresh summer fruits.
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This Homemade Juice or Kompot recipe combines apricots, cherries, and blueberries simmered in water to extract their flavors. After washing and pitting the fruit, it is added to boiling water, then gently boiled uncovered for half an hour. Sugar is stirred in afterward to add sweetness according to taste. Once cooled, the juice is strained to remove fruit solids before refrigeration.
The resulting beverage offers a balance of sweet and tart fruit notes with a mild, natural flavor. The cooking process softens the fruit and infuses the water with their essence, creating a smooth yet fruity drink. Serving it cold enhances its refreshing qualities, making it suitable for warm days or alongside meals.
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Ingredients
- 15 apricots or 6 cups of pitted
- 4 cups Cherry
- 2 cups Blueberry
- 1 gal of water
- 3/4 cup sugar or to taste
Instructions
- Bring 1 gal of water to a boil.
- Wash all the fruit. Cut apricots in half and remove the pits. Pit the cherries.
- When the water starts to boil, carefully add fruit and bring water back to a boil.
- Switch heat to medium and let the mixture boil for 30 min uncovered.
- When time is up, remove from heat and stir in 3/4 cup of sugar or to taste.
- Let kompot cool completely, strain off the juice and refrigerate. Serve chilled.
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