Well after the upset and disappointment with my cake last night, I am glad to say I got my sloe gin bottled and ready with just one minor hic-up.

The catch broke on the jar !!! making it impossible to shake and mix up.

I was just about to cry when my son came to the rescue and mended it for me… “silly mother fancy not knowing how to mend it “

So its now been well shaken and is away in the dark….

Found this fabulous forum all about sloes.. if you fancy making sloe gin chocolates  then take a look… 

Update… my fruit is now soaking in brandy ready for a second attempt at the Christmas tree cake tomorrow