Black chokeberry compote for the winter
12 servings
30 minutes
Black chokeberry compote is a traditional drink of Russian cuisine filled with depth of flavor and healing properties. Black chokeberry, known for its antioxidants and tartness, combined with the citrus freshness of orange and warmth of cinnamon transforms into a rich, aromatic drink. Historically prepared for winter to preserve vitamins during the cold season, the compote has a deep ruby color, pleasant sweet-sour notes and a warming aroma that evokes the coziness of winter evenings. It perfectly complements family meals and can be enjoyed as a standalone drink or used as a base for hot cocktails. The sugar syrup softens the taste of the chokeberry while prolonged steeping allows the aroma to unfold. It’s an ideal way to preserve summer fruits and add a bit of sunny warmth to winter days.
1
Prepare all the ingredients. Wash the rowan and orange.
- Black chokeberry: 600 g
- Oranges: 1 piece
2
Sterilize the jar and lid over steam for 20 minutes.
3
Cut the orange into slices.
4
Put rowan and orange in the jar.
- Black chokeberry: 600 g
- Oranges: 1 piece
5
Pour boiling water over them, cover with a lid, and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Water: 2.5 l
6
Then pour the water from the jar into the saucepan, add sugar and a cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil and cook for 3-5 minutes.
- Sugar: 400 g
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
7
When the sugar dissolves, remove the cinnamon and pour the syrup into a jar.
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
8
Seal the jar with a lid.
9
Turn the jar of compote upside down and let it cool completely in that position.
10
Store in a dark, cool place.