Put
the vinegar into a china or earthenware (not metal) bowl with the
first 8 oz (225 g) of raspberries.
Cover
and leave in a cool place for 4 days.
Strain
and discard the raspberries.
Pour
the vinegar over the next batch of fruit.
Cover
and leave for 4 days.
Strain
off the fruit and pour the vinegar on to the third batch.
Leave
for a further 4 days.
Strain
off the fruit.
Put
the sugar into a stainless steel, enamel or non-stick coated pan,
pour on the vinegar and stir over low heat to dissolve.
Bring
to the boil and boil for 5 minutes, skimming off any scum that
rises.
Pour
into sterilized bottles and cover with vinegar proof lids.
Label
and store.
It
will keep for up to 1 year.
Makes
about 1 pt (575 ml)
Note :
Ideally, you need a steady crop of raspberries in the garden, as this
recipe uses a fresh quantity every four days for 12 days. The flavored
vinegar can be used in salad and fruit dressings. Diluted with hot water
it makes a powerful combatant to winter chills.