Summer is a perfect time to create some delicious infusions with fresh fruits.
There is nothing more irresistible than a sun-ripened summer strawberry.
Infusing that strawberry flavor into a vodka to enjoy all year long is easy.
It’s a great liquor cabinet staple for home mixologists. It will remind of summer’s beautiful strawberries in any season.
What is Infusing Liquor?
Infusing liquor or making an infusion is an easy process.
It is combining ingredients to transfer the flavor of whatever you are using as a source into a neutrally flavored alcoholic.
It’s a great way to make homemade liquors flavored with seasonal ingredients or for a given season.
Infusing Vodka with Strawberries
After combining the strawberries and vodka, store in a cool, dark place (like a pantry or cupboard).
I turn the jar over and back upright once a day to move things around. That’s the only attention is needs while infusing.
The end result tastes great and is so refreshing.
Observations when Infusing this Vodka
When making the infused vodka, the color of the strawberries begins to transfer to the vodka within one day.
Refer to the title image taken 24 hour into the infusing process.
Within a week the strawberries look albino (see the image below) and the vodka dark pink.
I’ve left the strawberries in the vodka after the infusing time but you can also remove them for longer storage.
One reader suggests removing the original strawberries and replacing them with a new batch for even better flavor!
How to Infuse Strawberry Vodka – Step by Step
Infusing liquor is so easy! Using seasonal ingredients is a fun way to enjoy the flavors all year long.
For detailed instructions and measurements refer to the printable recipe at the end of the blog post.
Step 1: Add the strawberries to a clean 1-quart jar with lid.
Step 2: Pour in vodka.
Step 3: Allow to infuse in a cool, dark place for 1 week. Rotate jar up and down during the week to keep ingredients mixed.
Cocktails Recipes
Homemade Strawberry Infused Vodka can be swapped into most light flavored vodka cocktails with delicious results.
I’ve included three easy cocktail recipes in the recipe card below for some initial inspiration.
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Recipe
Strawberry Vodka + Cocktails
Equipment
Ingredients
Strawberry Infused Vodka
- 2 cups fresh Strawberries
- 2 1/2 cups Vodka unflavored
Strawberry Vodka Ginger Cooler (cocktail) Serves: 1
- 1 1/2 ounces Strawberry Vodka
- 1 1/2 ounces Ginger Ale
- Seltzer Water
Strawberry Vodka Lemonade (cocktail) Serves: 1
- 1 ounce Strawberry Vodka
- Lemon Italian Soda I used 'Limoncello Italian Soda (lemon flavored; no alcohol)
- Ice
Strawberry Vodka Toni (cocktail) Serves: 1
- 1 1/2 ounce strawberry vodka
- Tonic water
- Ice
Instructions
Strawberry Vodka
- Wash and dry the jar.
- Add strawberries and vodka. Seal.
- Place in a cool dark place for 1 week.
- Discard strawberries and store in a cool dark place or the refrigerator.
Strawberry Vodka Ginger Cooler
- Fill a tall 16-ounce glass with ice.
- Add strawberry vodka and ginger ale to the glass.
- Fill with seltzer water.
Strawberry Vodka Lemonade
- Place 2 or 3 ice cubes in a 6-ounce cocktail (stemmed) glass.
- Add strawberry vodka and will with lemon Italian soda.
Strawberry Vodka Tonic
- Fill an 8-12 ounce highball glass with ice.
- Add strawberry vodka and tonic.
Notes
Nutrition
Originally published: July 14, 2011
Boulder Locavore says
Hi Cocinaecantada:
I think you can infuse any alcohol. The trick is the flavor profile. I posted a different recipe for Watermelon-Infused Tequila. Based on my research I only use white or silver tequila which is not aged therefore not having a heavy, distinct flavor. I've also made Cherry Bounce, which is sour cherries, sugar and bourbon which is divine. Consider the alcohol you like and get a mild flavor (strawberries are mild) and I'm sure it will be delicious!
cocinaencantada says
You have a beautiful website here! I think I need to go get some strawberries now! I'm not a fan of vodka, do you think this would work with other types of alcohol?
Daniel Diver says
I love this
Jenny (VintageSugarcube) says
Fabulous!! Fabulous!! I just made some last week for a party. The best vodka ever. Your pics are stunning and I love all your recipe ideas. Happy Summer. 🙂
Sara @ Saucy Dipper says
I've got strawberries on my mind, too. I keep thinking about a strawberry/tomato salsa recipe I found. I just can't put the flavors together in my mind, so I'll have to make it to figure it out.
But I digress…I've never infused vodka, but you're right. It does look easy. Maybe next summer I'll make a batch 🙂
Sprigs of Rosemary says
How nice to see your strawberry vodka be featured on Food 52! Nicely done!
Russell at Chasing Delicious says
It seems every time I stop by you're infusing a new alcohol and making a delicious drink with it. I love it! This recipe not only sounds scrumptious but it looks super cute too.
boulderfoodie says
What a gorgeous site! I love it!
Lisa @ Tarte du Jour says
I seriously wish I could show up at your house at cocktail hour sometime! You come up with the most delicious and refreshing sounding cocktails. the pale pink color of the vodka is beautiful!
Peggy says
Oooh yummy! Sounds like some great cocktails – and great tips on infusing vodka/alcohols =)