Basil Infused Vodka

photos by Jen Gotch

The weekend is coming up and I thought this recipe for infusing vodka with basil wasn't a bad idea to kick it off.  It's very easy and a great way to spice up your average vodka. I really like this on the rocks or in a Bloody Mary...(hick-up)

Ingredients:

• 2 large sprigs of basil
• 750ml bottle of premium vodka
• infusion jar with tight-sealing lid

Preparation:

1. Rinse the basil to remove any unwanted chemicals. There is no need to chop or remove the stems.
2. Place the basil into a clean quart-sized mason jar.
3. Fill the jar with vodka.
4. Secure the lid on the jar and shake well.
5. Store the infusion in a dark place at room temperature for 4 days.
6. Strain the vodka through a coffee filter into a seperate container.
7. Store as you would any other vodka.