Grape compote for the winter with plums and cloves
12 servings
60 minutes
Grape compote for winter with plums and cloves is a rich, aromatic drink that preserves the warmth of summer days. Its roots trace back to European culinary traditions where fruit compotes have been made for centuries for the winter season. The combination of black grapes and plums gives the drink a deep ruby color and velvety taste with a hint of acidity, while cloves add subtle spicy notes. This compote is perfect for cozy winter evenings, enhancing the home atmosphere and warming with pleasant aromas. It can be served as a standalone drink or used to create desserts and cocktails. It not only delights the palate but also retains vitamins, making the winter diet richer and healthier.
1
Prepare the necessary ingredients.
2
Wash the grapes well under running water.
- Black grapes: 500 g
3
Separate the grapes from the stem. Remove the spoiled grapes.
- Black grapes: 500 g
4
Plums should be washed well under running water.
- Plums: 300 g
5
Separate the plums from the pit.
- Plums: 300 g
6
Three-liter jars should be well washed with baking soda.
7
Fill a pot with about 2.5 liters of water for one three-liter jar and put it on the fire.
8
Place the prepared grapes and plums in the jar. Add 5 cloves.
- Black grapes: 500 g
- Plums: 300 g
- Cloves: 5 piece
9
Carefully pour boiling water into the jar. Cover with a metal lid, but do not seal. Leave for about 30 minutes.
10
After thirty minutes, pour the water into the pot, add sugar at the rate of one cup per three-liter jar, mix well, bring to a boil, and boil for about 5 minutes.
- Sugar: 1 glass
11
Wrap the jar of compote with a blanket or towel.
12
Leave to cool completely. Store the finished compote in a cool place.
