Brandied Cherries

• 1.5 lbs cherries, pitted carefully
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp cardamom
• 2 whole cloves
• 1 tsp allspice
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 cup brandy
• 1 quart mason jar

Pit cherries and set them aside. Try not to demolish them.
Put all the ingredients except the brandy in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until mixture is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat. Add in the brandy and pitted cherries.
Bring back to a boil, and put them in a jar. Seal. Let sit for a week or so.

Thoughts: Easy and delicious. We're making these as Christmas/Holiday gifts. Use them in Aviations, Manhattans, and Old Fashioneds!