Ginger Vodka
Unleash the warming spice of fresh ginger with this easy-to-make Ginger Vodka recipe! Combining vibrant, freshly sliced ginger root with smooth, high-quality vodka, this DIY infusion delivers a bold and zesty kick that's perfect for elevating your favorite cocktails. The optional addition of honey adds a subtle touch of sweetness, perfectly balancing the fiery notes of ginger. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a week-long infusion process, this flavorful spirit is as effortless as it is rewarding. Whether sipped on its own, mixed into a Moscow Mule, or used to craft unique creations, this homemade ginger vodka is sure to become a bar cart essential.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Fresh ginger root
- 750 ml Vodka (good quality)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional)
Instructions
1. Wash and peel the fresh ginger root. Slice it thinly into small pieces to maximize surface area for infusion.
2. Place the sliced ginger into a clean, sterilized glass jar or bottle with a secure lid.
3. Pour the vodka over the ginger slices, ensuring the ginger is fully submerged.
4. If you would like a touch of sweetness, add 2 tablespoons of honey to the jar and stir until it dissolves.
5. Seal the jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place.
6. Let the mixture infuse for 7-10 days, shaking the jar gently once a day to ensure even infusion.
7. After the infusion period, strain the vodka through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the ginger slices. Transfer the infused vodka to a clean bottle or jar.
8. Store the ginger vodka in a cool, dark place. It will keep for several months.
9. Enjoy your ginger vodka in cocktails, mixed drinks, or as a zesty shot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1945 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 437 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
