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Watermelon rosemary infused vodka
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Watermelon Rosemary Infused Vodka

Servings 750 ml
Author Brandon Matzek

Ingredients

  • 3 cups watermelon cubed (about half a medium-sized watermelon)
  • 2 springs fresh rosemary
  • 750 ml good quality vodka

Instructions

  • Place cubed watermelon into a large, airtight jar.  Fill the jar with vodka to cover the cubes (about 750 ml).  Seal jar and let steep for 6 days.  On day 4, add rosemary sprigs, reseal the jar and shake.*
  • Strain the vodka into a clean jar or bottle.**  Discard watermelon and rosemary sprigs.

Notes

* The rosemary sprigs should only remain in the vodka for a maximum of 2 days.  If left longer, the vodka could take on an overly "woodsy" flavor (overpowering the watermelon 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 affect on the taste.  You should strain our 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.