Ingredients
- 1 1-pound bag frozen unsweetened blackberries, thawed
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons semidry white wine (such as Chenin Blanc)
- 6 tablespoons (about) sugar, divided
- 3 whole cloves
- 2 Turkish bay leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon brandy
Directions
- Place berries, wine and 4 tablespoons sugar in blender; puree. Pour into medium saucepan. Add cloves, bay leaves, and allspice. Bring to simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 8 minutes.
- Strain into medium bowl. Discard solids in strainer. Whisk in brandy; sweeten with remaining sugar, if desired. (Can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill. Rewhisk before using.)
