Many eastern European countries enjoy Kompot all year round. This sweet, chilled drink is refreshing on a hot summer’s day and, in the winter, Bulgarian children enjoy kompot as part of the Christmas celebration. Feel free to use your favorite fruit to make this recipe your own. Mint could even be added for fresh flavor. When serving, be sure to give everyone a few bits of fruit at the bottom of their glass!
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 3-4 liters | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 45 minutes |
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Many eastern European countries enjoy Kompot all year round. This sweet, chilled drink is refreshing on a hot summer’s day and, in the winter, Bulgarian children enjoy kompot as part of the Christmas celebration. Feel free to use your favorite fruit to make this recipe your own. Mint could even be added for fresh flavor. When serving, be sure to give everyone a few bits of fruit at the bottom of their glass!
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Ingredients
- 10 cups water
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 oz prunes
- 4 oz dried currants (about 3/4 cup)
- 3 oz dried apricots
- 4-8 cups ice
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Instructions
- Add all ingredients, except ice, to a large pot. Add water to dissolve the sugar and pull out the flavors from the dried fruit.
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer for 45 minutes to an hour. Remove from heat.
- Make your kompot as light or heavy as you want. Just be sure to add a few pieces of fruit on the bottom.