Cherries in vanilla brandy

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Prick the skins of 750 grams fresh cherries with a fine skewer or toothpick.
Heat 1 1/2 cups sugar with 100 mls water & 100mls brandy.
Stir until all sugar is dissolved.
Add the cherries and 1 vanilla bean. Heat until boiling (at least 85 degrees)
Place cherries, syrup & 200mls brandy into a clean warm jar. Seal and invert for 2 minutes.
Store in a cool dry place for 6 weeks. Turn every couple of days for 2 weeks.
Serve the fruit in it's own liquer.

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