Description
Homemade Peppermint Vodka is a festive delight that brings holiday cheer to your gatherings. This refreshing infusion combines the smoothness of quality vodka with the invigorating flavor of fresh peppermint leaves, making it perfect for cocktails or sipping straight. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you can create a delightful homemade treat that will impress your friends and family. Get ready to elevate your holiday spirit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups vodka (good-quality)
- 1 cup fresh peppermint leaves (washed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup filtered water
Instructions
- Gather fresh peppermint leaves and rinse them under cold water.
- In a clean glass jar, combine vodka and peppermint leaves. Seal tightly and shake gently.
- Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 3-5 days, shaking daily.
- After steeping, dissolve sugar in hot water to make a simple syrup; allow to cool.
- Strain the infused vodka through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into decorative bottles.
- Refrigerate until icy cold. Serve in cocktails or sip straight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 days (infusion)
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (30ml)
- Calories: 64
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg