Basil-Infused Vodka
By: Helen Pitlick
Published: Sunday, December 27, 2009 - 9:08pm

Ingredients




1 bottle (750 milliliter ) vodka
1 cup lightly packed basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry

Preparation

1 Pour the vodka into a clean, 2-quart container with a tight-fitting lid. 2 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 Using a funnel, pour the liqueur into the original bottle or another container. 4 Age one week away from light and heat.

About


Substitute tarragon, thyme, rosemary, spearmint or sage leaves for the basil, or tequila for the vodka. From AZCentral.com.