Ingredients

2 (6-ounce) containers fresh raspberries 

2 (6-ounce) containers fresh blueberries 

1 cup sugar 

1/2 cup water 

1/2 cup Chambord or other berry liqueur, or water 

Preparation

Bring berries, sugar, and the water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat; boil 1 minute. Strain through a fine sieve into a small bowl, pressing to extract liquid; discard pulp. Stir in liqueur, if using. Let cool completely.