Vanilla Vodka
Description
The recipe won't take much time. This vodka can be served as a standalone drink or used in cocktails. There are numerous cocktail recipes based on vanilla vodka today, making this drink popular. To prepare, you'll need high-quality vodka and natural vanilla (in pod form). Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Open the vodka and place the vanilla pod, already cut in half, into it. It's important to carefully cut the pod so it doesn't crumble. Use a sharp knife. There's no need to remove the core from the vanilla pod, as it provides a lot of aroma.
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Step 2
Close the vodka with a lid. Place it in a dark place for five days. The vodka should acquire a yellowish tint. Shake the bottle daily to ensure the flavor is evenly distributed and fully developed.
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Step 3
Then the vanilla pods need to be removed. If left for longer than a week, they will gradually start to break down. The pods can be added back into the drink if it has been less than a week.
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Step 4
This drink has a pleasant aroma and warms you up well. Vodka is often combined with ginger ale, and this combination is very popular. Vanilla vodka also works perfectly as a dessert ingredient!