Apple Cherry Liqueur (Tennessee)

5-16 oz cans red cherries, tart, drained and pitted
2 apples, cored,-quartered and unpeeled
2 cups sugar
1½ tsp. allspice
1½ tsp. whole cloves
1 stick cinnamon
4 cups whiskey (preferably Tennessee)

Combine all ingredients in a 2-quart glass jar. Stir and cover.

Place in a cool, dark place for at least 8 weeks. Stir daily or several times a week. Strain before serving.

Serve in liqueur glasses.

Makes 1 drink.