Grape Compote 'Mojito' for Winter, No Sterilization

Ingredients

• Red Grape Juice 30 oz
• Sugar 1 cup
• Lemon 5 oz
• Mint Leaves to taste

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Prepare the necessary ingredients.

Step 2

Thoroughly wash the three-liter jars with baking soda.

Step 3

Wash the grapes under running water.

Step 4

Separate the grapes from the stems. Remove any spoiled grapes.

Step 5

Cut the lemon into large pieces in a convenient way.

Step 6

Fill a pot with water, approximately 2.5 liters per jar, and place it on the heat.

Step 7

Place the prepared grapes in a clean, dry jar.

Step 8

Wash the mint thoroughly under running water and dry it.

Step 9

Separate the mint leaves from the stems and place them in the jar with the grapes.

Step 10

Add the prepared lemon to the jar.

Step 11

Gradually pour boiling water into the jar.

Step 12

Cover with a metal lid, but do not seal, and let it sit for about 30 minutes.

Step 13

After 30 minutes, pour the water back into the pot, add sugar at the rate of 1 cup per three-liter jar, stir well, bring to a boil, and simmer for about 5 minutes.

Step 14

Carefully pour the hot syrup into the jar. Seal the jar with a lid or screw cap. Turn it upside down to ensure the lid is tightly sealed.

Step 15

Wrap the jar with a blanket or towel.

Step 16

Leave it until completely cool. Store the finished compote in a cool place.