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ciliegia sotto spirito

English translation: cherries in alcohol

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Italian term or phrase:ciliegia sotto spirito
English translation:cherries in alcohol
Entered by: achisholm

22:40 Jan 14, 2004
Italian to English translations [PRO]
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Italian term or phrase: ciliegia sotto spirito
bsically this is cherries preserved in alcohol. Is there a specific term for this, or fr preserving fruits etc. in alcohol in general (like pickling for example - but pickling tends to infer in vinegar by default).
achisholm
United Kingdom
Local time: 18:31
cherries in alcohol
Explanation:
ciliege sotto spirito=cherries in alcohol
(from: Dictionary of Current English -
Oxford University Press)

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Amarena (Wild Cherry Topping from Italy)
... two brothers reveal a brilliant intuition - as the harvest of the year had been
especially abundant, nothing as to begin preserving cherries in alcohol on a ...
shop.store.yahoo.com/chefshop/amwilchertop.html - 9k
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Science451
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Local time: 19:31
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Summary of answers provided
5 +5cherries in alcohol
Science451
4 +2cherries preserved in alcohol
manducci
3 +1cherries in spirits / boozy cherries
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22 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 5/5 peer agreement (net): +5
cherries in alcohol


Explanation:
ciliege sotto spirito=cherries in alcohol
(from: Dictionary of Current English -
Oxford University Press)

--------------
Amarena (Wild Cherry Topping from Italy)
... two brothers reveal a brilliant intuition - as the harvest of the year had been
especially abundant, nothing as to begin preserving cherries in alcohol on a ...
shop.store.yahoo.com/chefshop/amwilchertop.html - 9k

Science451
Italy
Local time: 19:31
Native speaker of: Native in ItalianItalian
PRO pts in category: 21
Grading comment
many thanks

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agree  Monica Cecere: cherries preserved in alcohol is correct, there isn't another specific term
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agree  Paola Grassi
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24 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 4/5Answerer confidence 4/5 peer agreement (net): +2
cherries preserved in alcohol


Explanation:
As far as I know there is no specific name although usually in Britain the alcohol used is named - cherries in kirsch, apricots in brandy etc or even "brandied cherries"

"Then, they are macerated in brandy and flavored with Kirsch. No preservative is added as the alcohol and the sugar insure a long conservation. They are sweeter than regular cherries in alcohol...."

"Fuits in Alcohol
A special touch of luxury with these fruits in a complimentary
alcoholic liquor.


Black Cherries with Kirsch

Mandarin Segments with Orange Liqueur

Apricots with Brandy

Stem Ginger with Whisky

Winter Fruits with Port

Figs with Brandy"

"CHERRIES PRESERVED IN ALCOHOL -- We manifacture 7.000 Tonnes of Cherries preserved in alcohol, mainly for Chocolate couverture" (www.nicoladavanzo.it/ )








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cherries in spirits / boozy cherries


Explanation:
Another suggestion...


Cigliege sotto Spirito
Cherries in spirits will warm the heart!

Cigliege sotto Spirito -- Boozy Cherries

From Cosa Bolle in Pentola, the Newsletter:
"Spring, spring is here, life is skittles and life is beer," sang Tom Lehrer (sp?) many years ago, going on to say his favorite activity was poisoning pigeons in the park (which was also the title of the song). To each his own; I much prefer talking long walks unencumbered by a heavy coat. But there's more to do in spring. Cherries will soon be arriving in the markets and it's time to put them to good use. Eating is one of the best, but it's not the only. You can store them in spirits for the winter:

1 2/3 pounds (700 g) ripe cherries -- ones that have a slight bitter tang to them will be best
The zest of a half a lemon
The weight of the cherries in sugar
3 cups (750 ml) dry white vermouth
A 2-quart glass jar that seals hermetically
Stem half the cherries, and trim the stems of the other half close to the body of the fruit. Cut the zest into thin strips. Combine all the ingredients in the jar and put it where it is struck by the sun. Shake the jar once a day for a month, then put it in a cool dark place to age for at least six months. They'll be a wonderful addition to a winter meal.



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Note added at 4 hrs 13 mins (2004-01-15 02:54:09 GMT)
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\"preserved cherries\" here:

Ciliege Sotto Spirito (Preserved Cherries) Recipe #475
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

\"On special occasions and the holidays, my father served 3-4 cherries in a tiny whiskey glass with a little of the cherry liqueur. Our family continues this tradition to this day.\"--Rose Marie Boniello

Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs. Bing cherries
1 quart jar (sterilized)
2 cups Canadian Club whiskey

Preparation
Buy cherries that are firm without blemishes and fresh enough so their stems are still green. Wash cherries, spread them out on a towel to dry. Remove stems and pack into the jar. Cover with whiskey, gently packing cherries to remove any trapped air. Completely cover cherries. Seal and refrigerate 4 weeks before serving.

Note: If you prefer to use Vodka, add a 1/2 cup of sugar, 3-4 whole cloves and piece of cinnamon stick. Do Not Stir.

Permission by:
Preserving Our Italian Heritage
Sons of Italy, 1991
http://www.colavita.com/recipe_display.asp?RID=475



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Peer comments on this answer (and responses from the answerer)
agree  karen counts: rose marie boniello taught me to cook as a teenager who was dating her son. i learned everything i know in the kitchen from her and her wonderful italian hertiage that i have passed along into my family now as a mother, and grandmother.
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