Viv, not a stupid question. Because the fruitcakes aren't baked again after the rum or liquor is applied, some alcohol may remain in the final product. The cakes are usually aged for a while before serving so some of the alcohol evaporates, but if you're trying to make these family-friendly, you might want to skip this step or use apple juice instead. It will still be delicious! Happy baking! Kye@KAF

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