Ingredients

• 4 cups unsweetened blackberry juice
• 2 1/2 cups white sugar
• 10 whole cloves

• 1/2 cinnamon stick
• 1 lemon, zested
• 4 cups rum

Directions

1. Combine blackberry juice, sugar, cloves, cinnamon stick, and lemon zest in a large saucepan. Slowly bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
2. Strain to remove spices and add rum.
3. Pour liqueur into a sterilized bottle and seal. Store in a cool, dark place.