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Basil-Infused Vodka
Helen Pitlick
24 minutes
1 bottle (750 ml) infused vodka
BeginnerSubstitute tarragon, thyme, rosemary, spearmint or sage leaves for the basil, or tequila for the vodka. From AZCentral.com.
Total Steps
4
Ingredients
2
Tools Needed
5
Ingredients
- 1 bottle vodka (750 milliliter)
- 1 cup lightly packed basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry
Instructions
1
Step 1
Pour the vodka into a clean, 2-quart container with a tight-fitting lid.
2
Step 2
24 hours
Add basil to the vodka. Allow the spirits to infuse for 24 hours, away from direct sunlight and intense heat. Strain and discard basil.
3
Step 3
Using a funnel, pour the infused liqueur into the original bottle or another clean container.
4
Step 4
one week
Age for one week away from light and heat.
Tools & Equipment
2-quart container
Lid
Strainer
Funnel
Bottle