Grapefruit Tarragon Infused Vodka

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Today’s recipe is a real treat. Well… a real treat for those of you who enjoy vodka. Juicy, tart slices of ruby red grapefruit are steeped in vodka with wisps of fresh, herbal tarragon. The finished infusion is so refreshing and wonderfully fragrant. I will be posting an accompanying cocktail recipe soon; however, you could certainly enjoy this vodka on the rocks with a splash of soda water. This recipe also marks the third week of my $100 Williams-Sonoma gift card giveaway. Continue reading for the recipe and giveaway details.

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Tarragon

Grapefruit Tarragon Infused Vodka

by Brandon Matzek

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Ingredients

1 grapefruit
750 ml good quality vodka
2 sprigs fresh tarragon

Instructions

Cut grapefruit in half and slice halves into ½ inch thick slices. Place slices into a large, airtight jar. Add the vodka, seal the jar and let steep for 6 days in a cool, dark spot. On day 4, add tarragon sprigs, reseal the jar and shake.*
Strain the vodka into a clean jar or bottle through a fine mesh basket strainer lined with a layer of cheesecloth.** Discard solids.

Notes

* The tarragon sprigs should only remain in the vodka for a maximum of 2 days. If left longer, the tarragon flavor will overpower the grapefruit flavor. I tasted the vodka once before adding the sprigs and then each day after to make sure the flavor was good.

** You want to be certain that you strain out all of the solid materials from the vodka. Any leftover particles will breakdown over time and have an adverse effect on the taste. You should strain out the vodka with a fine-mesh basket strainer or a coffee filter (or both if you are worried!). Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 months.

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I’m Brandon: food explorer, recipe curator, cocktail shaker, dessert lover. Kitchen Konfidence is how I document my time spent in my favorite space, the kitchen. Did you make a recipe? Tag @brandiego on Instagram so I can see the how it went!

Comments

Keisa says

January 28, 2011 at 4:42 am

I follow you on twitter @savingma
Nice recipes!

Anna's Table says

January 28, 2011 at 4:04 pm

How unfortunate that I’m not on tweeter and can’t participate in the contest. I’m still trying to wrap my head around the whole facebook thing. Best of luck to all the participants and wishing you a great week-end!

Kate @ Diethood.com says

January 28, 2011 at 4:16 pm

Those photos are gorgeous – that grapefruit looks like a million bucks!

Tes says

January 28, 2011 at 4:50 pm

Sound like a recipe that is going tobe a blast at the party 🙂

Vanessa says

January 28, 2011 at 5:23 pm

Looks delicious, and love the photos!

Kim-Liv Life says

January 28, 2011 at 5:33 pm

I’m loving these “infusings”! Our Tequila is coming along nicely… Peppers and Pineapple, getting set for Super Bowl! I’m enjoying it just sipping, but I think we are going to make margaritas. Thanks for the inspiration!

I will send a tweet!

A little bit of everything says

January 28, 2011 at 6:08 pm

tarragon and grapefruit sounds like a great combo.

following you on twitter and re-tweet

Maria Malaveci says

January 28, 2011 at 6:22 pm

Follow you on Twitter, and tweeted! Thanks again for the awesome giveaway!

Patricia Bugg says

January 29, 2011 at 12:06 am

Whew, I can’t wait to sample this one!! I have both grapefruit, vodka and tarragon right now. Oh, My! Sounds like a new cocktail in the making,

Sharon says

January 29, 2011 at 3:54 am

I’m following you on twitter (rusthawk) and tweeted.

Stephanie says

January 29, 2011 at 4:34 am

What gorgeous photos! This sounds like a really interesting flavor combo. Can’t wait to see what cocktails you make out of this!

JehanP says

January 29, 2011 at 2:02 pm

Yum, this would be a great addition to any cocktail.

Cheryl W. says

January 31, 2011 at 2:42 am

I follow and tweeted @Heartnsoulmom

I will definitely try this recipe.

anash says

February 3, 2011 at 1:14 pm

I follow you on twitter @ anashct
email: anashct [at] yahoo [dot] com

Brandon Matzek says

February 5, 2011 at 4:27 pm

@Kim I wish I was going to your Super Bowl party – that infusion sounds soooo good!!

@Patricia Well it sounds like you are definitely going to have to make this infusion. I will be posting the accompanying cocktail soon, so keep an eye out!

@everyone Thanks for your entries!

Masha says

August 11, 2011 at 5:48 pm

what kind of jar did you use?

Food Fanatic says

October 23, 2012 at 5:21 pm

Wow. Where do you even find grape fruit that red? The pictures just sold me on this vodka.

- Brandon Matzek says
  
  November 10, 2012 at 6:14 am
  
  The Farmer’s Market :)! Enjoy.

$100 Giveaway and Grapefruit Tarragon Infused Vodka