RUMTOPF Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Sterilize your glass jar by boiling it in hot water for 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Remove and let it drain dry.
3. 3
   Pick over the raspberry.
4. 4
   Discard any mushy ones.
5. 5
   Rinse the berries and let it air dry.
6. 6
   You want it as dry as possible.
7. 7
   (Many folks do not recommend rinsing the berries, but I prefer to have my fruits clean)
8. 8
   Place the berries in a clean, dry jar.
9. 9
   Sprinkle on sugar till it barely covers the raspberries.
10. 10
    Pour in enough rum till it covers the berries by an inch.
11. 11
    Cover the jar with a lid tightly.
12. 12
    Place in a dark, cool area for a month.