5 Fruit-Infused Vodka Recipes to Make at Home (2024)

FAQs

What fruit is good to infuse with vodka? ›

This is also perfect for when you're not in the mood for a big preserving project, but want a quick way to make sure that handful of juicy berries, plump purple figs, or last peaches doesn't go to waste. Because a bottle of jewel-colored, summer fruit-infused vodka will never go to waste.

As a good general rule, you should infuse your liquor for three to five days prior to serving it. However, there are exceptions. For example, if you are infusing your vodka with fruit, it is perfectly fine to let it sit in the fridge for a full week prior to serving.

Some popular flavors may include cucumber, watermelon, jalapeño and rosemary, but the possibilities are basically endless. Think about some of the complementary flavor combinations you like in your drinks, too, like cherry and vanilla, or cranberry and orange, and infuse your vodka with a couple different ingredients.

Vodka made with perishable items, like fresh fruit or herbs, should be stored in the fridge. If you used shelf-stable items like dried spices or dried fruit, the vodka can be stored at room temperature.

Infused spirits are best enjoyed within three months, but they will never go bad. See our co*cktail recipes for ideas on how to use your infused alcohol.

Store the Pineapple infused vodka in the refrigerator for 2 weeks. The vodka won't spoil, however, pineapples are perishable and after 2 weeks the pineapple flavor will not taste as fresh.

Individually quick-frozen fruit, preserved at the peak of ripeness, can infuse a spirit in the span of 24 hours. “The ice crystals freeze the juice in place,” explains Asher, “and when it thaws, the ruptured cell walls leak out the juice.” Typically, one pound of frozen fruit is enough to infuse a liter of any spirit.

Our answer

It is not necessary to keep the steeping fruits in the fridge as both the fruits and the alcohol keep well. We would however prefer to keep the fruits in a cool, dry (and if kept for longer, dark) place while they soak. The best container for the fruits is a tightly sealed plastic container.

Can fruit go bad in alcohol? ›

As long as the alcohol is at least 35% ABV and the fruit is completely covered, they will keep for years.

This enables a full bodied and juicy fruit later. However in this recipe I will talk about all the do's and dont's. You don't need a lot to make the base of your mixed fruit. An assortment of fruit is a must for sure but you also need alcohol to hydrate the fruit and some spices to add the necessary warmth and flavor.

Fruit juices like cranberry, pineapple, and pomegranate bring a burst of fruity sweetness to vodka co*cktails. These juices not only add a delightful flavor but also introduce vibrant colors to your drinks.

Infusions are Simple

Since the beginning, we've been infusing Tito's with fresh ingredients. Berries, peppers, toasted pecans. This way, you can enjoy your co*cktail exactly how you like it.

When ready, use a fine mesh strainer to strain the infused vodka, discarding fruit and seeds. Using a funnel, fill a sealable and sanitized glass jar or bottle with the infused vodka. The smaller the container, the better, so there is minimal air during storage. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

RUMTOPF is a traditional way to preserve fruit in alcohol. While rum is traditional, hence the name, it can also be made with other spirits, like Vodka, Brandy... so long as the alcohol % is high enough, and the fruits remain covered in the liquid.

Learn about Fruit flavored Liqueurs

These liquors are sweetened with additives such as sugar and fruit, which range from cherries, melons, pomegranates and white peaches to berries such as raspberries, blackberries, blueberries and strawberries, and even green plums products.