2 c. fruit (plum, cherry, etc.)
1 c. sugar
1 c. distilled water
1 c. 180 proof grain alcohol

Combine all ingredients into a tightly closed jar. Turn jar over as often as possible, to dissolve sugar. If fruit is not completely ripe, poke holes in it with a fork. Let set, turning jar over as often as possible, for 1 month.

Strain through cheese cloth. Throw away fruit pulp and seeds. Pour into desired bottles. Great for gifts!

FRUIT BRANDY USING VODKA:

2 c. fruit
1 c. sugar
2 c. vokda
1 c. distilled water

Same directions as above. This does leave the vodka taste.