How to Infuse Vodka (2024)

FAQs

What is the best way to infuse vodka? ›

However, you may only want to infuse your vodka for 10 to 24 hours if you are using jalapenos or other spicy ingredients. If you are using fruit to infuse your liquor, it is perfectly fine to infuse your beverage for a full week.

Infused spirits are best enjoyed within three months, but they will never go bad. See our co*cktail recipes for ideas on how to use your infused alcohol. Fill your infusion kit to the top with the spirit of your choice. (Make sure to fill all the way to the rim of the jar for maximum infusion volume.)

Gravity Straining: The simplest method is passing the liquid through a series of strainers, each finer than the last, using gravity alone. Agar Clarification: Agar, a gelatinous substance derived from seaweed, is combined with the co*cktail.

Store the Pineapple infused vodka in the refrigerator for 2 weeks. The vodka won't spoil, however, pineapples are perishable and after 2 weeks the pineapple flavor will not taste as fresh.

If you're using fresh fruits (or god forbid, veggies) don't worry about refrigeration. The alcohol will preserve the ingredients. Throughout the next few days, be sure to taste the infused vodka to see if the flavor is strong enough. And remember to shake the jar once or twice a day.

Infusion is ready when vodka deepens in color and flavor is to your liking. Pour infusion into a serving container, if desired, and serve immediately. If storing, strain though a fine-mesh sieve and refrigerate for up to 1 month.

Fresh ingredients infuse more quickly than dried. Once the vodka is perfectly flavored, strain out the solid ingredients and discard them. If the vodka is still a little cloudy, strain it again before pouring it into a clean jar (you can just wash and reuse the infusing jar), and capping.

You can use either 80 or 100-proof vodka. Being down in Texas, I like to use Tito's Vodka, as that has become a personal favorite of mine, but you really can use any type of vodka that you like! Choose what you want to infuse.

How to infuse vodka overnight? ›

To make the infused vodka, enough for two drinks: Pour four ounces of vodka into a sealable container. Add two four-inch segments of rosemary. Let sit overnight. Strain before using.

Put berries directly into your bottle of Tito's Handmade Vodka. Seal and let sit out of direct sunlight. Shake or stir every so often, and test after about 15-24 hours for desired flavor. When the flavor is strong enough, strain and discard the fruit.

Unlike some other spirits, vodka generally does not come with an expiration date. Instead, it is up to the consumer to use their judgment and sensory evaluation to determine whether the vodka has gone bad. Signs of a deteriorating vodka include a change in color, off-smell, or an unpleasant taste.

As long as the alcohol is at least 35% ABV and the fruit is completely covered, they will keep for years.

Drinking expired alcohol won't necessarily make you sick but it will lead to weak or oddly flavored drinks. There are some instances, like with liqueurs, where bacteria or mold may grow in the bottle which can lead to an upset stomach. Spoiled liquor may develop a vinegary smell and sour flavor.

Fresh citrus juices, such as lemon, lime, and orange, are classic mixers that pair harmoniously with vodka. The zesty and tangy flavors of citrus juices complement the clean profile of vodka, resulting in refreshing and invigorating co*cktails.

The best drink to mix with vodka is orange juice, cranberry juice, tonic water or soda water. Other good suggestions are lemonade, ginger beer and club soda.

The sweetness of Skittles will mellow your cheap vodka's harshness. Try toffee vodka – combine vodka with toffee and let it sit for 24 hours for another sweet option. Infuse the vodka – there are many fruits, berry, and herb infusions you can add to your vodka. Choose your favorite to create a better tasting vodka!