Remove the fruit pits and put in a dehydrator at 150 F for 12 hours or until brittle.
Crack the fruit pits and remove the stones. Discard the shells.
Roughly chop or crush the fruit pits, then put in a mason jar, add the vodka and sugar.
Screw on a tight, non-reactive lid. Put the jar in the fridge and allow to infuse for 4 weeks.
Strain the extract into a bottle, add the sugar or maple to taste.
Label it with the name and date and refrigerate until needed. Discard the fruit seeds.
