Apple Brandy Cordial

Directions

1. 1
   I remove the seeds because I think they make it bitter if left in the apple.
2. 2
   I don't use top shelf brandy, I use a less expensive brandy but not the cheapest either, something in between.
3. 3
   I use a glass gallon screw-top jar.
4. 4
   Combine all ingredients and place cover on tightly-invert jar, I always place it in a large pan, just in case it might leak.
5. 5
   (although, this has never happened) Let jar stand 24 hours, turn jar upright and let stand another 24 hours.
6. 6
   Repeat process until sugar dissolves.
7. 7
   Store in a dark, cool place 4-6 weeks.
8. 8
   Strain through cheesecloth into decanter.
9. 9
   Note: I always use very dark red sweet apples and I think that it is the dark red skin that gives the brandy a nice color.