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Rustic Blackberry Brandy

Mash fresh blackberries with brown sugar until fully broken down and granular bits disappear. Pour in aged bourbon instead of brandy for a whiskey twist; swap out blackberries for blackcurrants to brighten the tartness. Seal tight. Let sit in a cool dark corner—shake mid-week to stir sediments and infuse flavors evenly. Strain through cheesecloth when the juice looks deep purple and sediment settles thick on the bottom. Bottle in clean glass jar. Notes on substitutions, timing, and common pitfalls included. Total elapsed infusing time around two weeks with minor flex according to taste.