Homemade Liqueur with EasyDens & SmartRef: the Perfect Christmas Gift

As the days get shorter and the scent of roasted almonds and mulled wine fills the air, the pre-Christmas season begins — a time for crafting, baking, and creativity. It’s the perfect season for homemade gifts that come from the heart.
Imagine surprising your loved ones this Christmas with a bottle of homemade fruit liqueur, capturing the essence of summer fruits in every sip. Fruit liqueurs evoke memories of sun-drenched days and ripe berries — the perfect way to warm the soul on cold, foggy evenings.
Whether you’re making liqueurs as thoughtful gifts or even preparing to sell them at a Christmas market, precision is key — and that’s where EasyDens and SmartRef with the Proof Meister app come into play.

EasyDens & SmartRef with the Proof Meister App – Alcohol Measurement Made Simple

Liqueurs are a blend of alcohol, sugar, water, and fruit extracts. Finding the perfect balance is both an art and a science — and with EasyDens and SmartRef, you can master both.
While EasyDens measures the density of your liquid, SmartRef determines its refractive index. These two values are automatically combined in the Proof Meister app to calculate your exact alcohol by volume (%ABV) — temperature-compensated and ready within seconds.

• Ideal for liqueurs with alcohol contents between 10 %v/v and 50 %v/v
• Accuracy: ± 0.6 %v/v
• Requires only a small sample (2 mL for EasyDens, 0.4 mL for SmartRef)

No laboratory, no distillation and no complicated calculations necessary. Fast and reliable results to help you craft your own signature recipes.

Measure More Than Alcohol – Analyze the Sweetness of Your Fruit with SmartRef

Before you even start macerating your berries, SmartRef can already help you optimize your recipe.
By measuring the Brix value of your fruit, you can determine its sugar content — an essential factor for achieving the perfect flavor balance in your finished liqueur.
The higher the Brix value, the sweeter and more aromatic your berries are. Knowing this allows you to adjust the amount of added sugar precisely to your taste. 
With just a drop of fruit juice placed on the SmartRef’s prism, you’ll instantly see the Brix result on your screen.
This way, you can start your liqueur creation not only with inspiration, but also with scientific precision.

Winter Berry Liqueur – Summer in Every Sip

Perhaps you've now acquired a taste for making your own liqueur? Try the following recipe right away and bring sunshine to your winter days with this simple liqueur.

Ingredients (for approx. 1 L):

• 500 g mixed berries (raspberries, blackberries, currants – fresh or thawed)
• 250 g sugar (or 200 g sugar + 2 tbsp honey for a richer flavor)
• 700 mL vodka (38–40 % ABV)
• Optional: 1 cinnamon stick, 2–3 cloves, zest of one organic lemon

Preparation:

• Place the berries in a large glass jar.
• Add sugar and gently mash the berries to release their juice.
• Pour in the vodka and add your chosen spices or lemon zest.
• Seal and store in a cool, dark place for 4–6 weeks, shaking gently every few days.
• After maceration, strain and pour into clean glass bottles.

Now comes the exciting part — measuring your liqueur’s alcohol content!

Measure Your Liqueur Like a Pro – It’s That Easy

Once your liqueur is ready, it’s time for the most exciting step — discovering its exact alcohol content. With the EasyDens & SmartRef combo, this process is quick, precise, and effortless.

• Prepare your sample: 
  If necessary, filter the liquid to remove fruit particles or sediment.
  
• Connect your Alcohol Meter in the Proof Meister app on your smartphone or tablet.
• Fill your sample: 
  Use a syringe to fill 0.4 mL of your liqueur into the SmartRef and 2 mL into the EasyDens.
• Start the measurement: 
  Press the START button and within seconds, your alcohol value (%ABV) is displayed on your screen — automatically temperature-compensated. 
• Dilute your liqueur with water if the ABV value is too high

EasyDens and SmartRef tip: For the most accurate result, measure at room temperature (20–25 °C) and ensure that both the sample and devices are at a similar temperature. Measure quickly, as liqueurs contain high sugar and alcohol that can settle or evaporate over time, slightly altering the result.

A Brilliant Christmas Gift Idea  – Where Science Meets Taste

Looking for a truly special gift for a hobby distiller, home bartender, or gourmet in your life?
The EasyDens & SmartRef Combo is more than just a tool — it’s an invitation to experiment, create, and celebrate.
Buy EasyDens and SmartRef, add a few elegant glass bottles and personalized labels, and you’ve already created the perfect gift for your loved ones.

Celebrate this Winter with Craftsmanship and Creativity.

With EasyDens, SmartRef & the Proof Meister App, your homemade fruit liqueurs won’t just taste heavenly — they’ll be perfectly balanced, scientifically measured, and full of festive spirit.