Ukrainian Plum Brandy (Slivyanka)

• 2 qt. very strong vodka
• 2 lb. ripe plums
• 4 cups sugar
• 1-1/2 qt. light sugar syrup, cooled

1. Put the plums in a crock.
2. Add the vodka, seal the crock and set it in a dark place for four to six weeks.
3. Drain off the vodka and reserve it.
4. Add the sugar or cooled syrup to the crock and mix it with the plums.
5. Let this mixture stand for two weeks: The sugar will draw the alcohol out of the plums.
6. Drain the syrup from the plums and add it to the reserved vodka.
7. Discard the plums.
8. Strain the brandy and pour it into bottles.
9. Seal them and store for six months before serving.
10. To make about 3 quarts.

vodka, ripe plums, sugar, light sugar syrup

Taken from www.foodgeeks.com/recipes/18299 (may not work)