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homemade Bourbon Peach Jam

Delight in Homemade Bourbon Peach Jam for a Sweet Summer Treat

Enjoy a delightful homemade Bourbon Peach Jam, perfect for summer treats.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 12 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4 cups fresh peaches peeled, pitted, and chopped
  • 2 cups sugar can substitute with brown sugar for a richer taste
  • 1/2 cup bourbon or honey whiskey for a twist
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 packet pectin for thickening

Equipment

  • Canning jars
  • large pot
  • Canning funnel
  • Cold plate

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the jars by sterilizing them and the lids in hot water for about 10 minutes.
  2. Cook the peaches by combining them with sugar, lemon juice, and bourbon in a large pot and letting sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Simmer the mixture on medium-high heat, stirring frequently until the sugar dissolves, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Add the pectin and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, boiling for 1 to 2 minutes until thickened.
  5. Transfer the hot jam into prepared jars, leaving about a ¼-inch headspace.
  6. Seal the jars and process in a boiling water bath for 10 to 15 minutes.
  7. Cool jars on a clean towel or rack for at least 12 hours and check seals.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 2mg

Notes

This homemade Bourbon Peach Jam is a treat you and your family will cherish for years to come. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

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