1. Preheat oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Grease and flour a tube pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, soda, spices, eggs, lemon rind, vanilla, 1/2 cup brandy, fruit, nuts, and melted butter or margarine. Mix thoroughly. Pour into prepared pan.
3. Bake for 1 hour, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
4. Wrap cooled cake in foil. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons brandy over the cake everyday for 2 weeks.
Calories 639 kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 71.9 g 23%
Cholesterol 99 mg 33%
Fat 27 g 42%
Fiber 3.7 g 15%
Protein 7.5 g 15%
Sodium 378 mg 15%