CHOKECHERRY SYRUP 
7 c. chokecherry juice
6 c. sugar

Wash cherries and drain well. Place in 8-10 quart kettle and add enough water to completely cover the cherries. Boil until tender, about 15 to 30 minutes. Strain through a cloth jelly bag or fruit press. Combine sugar and measured juice and bring to a boil. Boil rapidly for 20 to 25 minutes. Pour into hot sterile jars and seal.

BONUS: You can add liquid pectin to make jelly. Follow instructions in pectin package.

 

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