Juniper Cherry Sauce

1 Cup Dried Cherries

2/3 Cup Water

2/3 Cup red wine vinegar

1/4 Cup homemade or store bought gin

1/4 Cup sugar

1 Tbs juniper berries

1 Tbs black peppercorns

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil, reduce heat.

Let cool then blend until smooth.

Use as a glaze for roasting game or other meats or as a mop sauce & grilling glaze or a chutney to accompany vegetable dishes.