Boozy Concord-Grape Ice Pops
Boozy Concord-Grape Ice Pops is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Toast juniper berries in a dry small skillet over medium heat, tossing often, until fragrant and skins are very glossy, about 1 minute.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionToast juniper berries in a dry small skillet over medium heat, tossing often, until fragrant and skins are very glossy, about 1 minute.
Let cool slightly, then crush with a mortar and pestle (or place in a resealable plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin).
Transfer berries to a small saucepan.
Add sugar and 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve sugar.
Remove from heat and let sit 30 minutes.
Strain juniper syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl; discard solids.
Place bowl in a bowl of ice water and let juniper syrup sit, stirring occasionally, until cold, about 30 minutes.
Stir juniper syrup, grape juice, gin, and lime juice in a large measuring glass or a medium pitcher; taste and add more lime juice if needed.
Divide mixture among ice-pop molds and freeze until liquid is beginning to crystallize, about 1 hour.
Cover and insert sticks (waiting until liquid is slushy ensures straight sticks), then freeze ice pops until solid, at least 4 hours but preferably overnight.
Dip molds briefly in hot water to release pops.
Ice pops can be made 1 week ahead.
Keep frozen.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.