Sardinian Myrtle Berry Liqueur Sorbet
Savor the essence of Sardinia with this refreshing Myrtle Berry Liqueur Sorbet. This icy delight combines the aromatic sweetness of myrtle berries with a subtle kick of liqueur, perfect for cleansing the palate or as an elegant dessert option.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon or whisk
- Zester or grater
- Citrus juicer
- Shallow dish or container
- Fork
- Airtight container
Ingredients
- 1 cup myrtle berry liqueur 240 ml
- 2 cups water 480 ml
- 1 cup granulated sugar 200 g / 7 oz
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup Juice of 2 lemons about 60 ml
- A pinch of salt
- Fresh myrtle berries for garnish optional
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved. This will create a simple syrup.
- Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Stir in the myrtle berry liqueur, lemon zest, and lemon juice into the cooled simple syrup. Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
- Transfer the mixture to a shallow dish or container and place in the freezer for about 30 minutes, until it starts to set around the edges.
- Remove the mixture from the freezer and use a fork to break up any ice crystals that have formed. Return to the freezer.
- Repeat this process every 30 minutes for the next 2 hours, scraping and stirring to create a smooth sorbet texture.
- Once the sorbet is fully frozen and smooth, transfer it to an airtight container and freeze until ready to serve.
- Serve the sorbet in chilled bowls or glasses, garnished with fresh myrtle berries if available.
Notes
The alcohol content in the myrtle berry liqueur will prevent the sorbet from freezing too solid, making it easier to scrape and serve.
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the liqueur with myrtle berry juice if available, but note the sorbet will freeze harder and may require additional time to soften before serving.
Garnish with a sprig of mint or basil for an extra touch of Mediterranean flair.