infused liquor kits

February 3, 2022/

infused liquor kits are an easy, fun and unique gift!

UPDATE: I’ve received SO many comments and emails requesting the labels that I made for this post that I created a PDF that you can print out here! Just grab a pair of scalloped scissors for the pretty edges and tie on with some twine!

infused liquor kits are an easy, fun and unique gift you can make at home!

So excited to be partnering with Annie, Cindy and Mary Ann on a Galentine’s Day round up – and sharing these fun infused liquor kits!

are you “difficult” to shop for?

I’ve been told that I’m “difficult” to buy for – which I totally disagree with, obviously. But the alleged stress of shopping for me often results in some of the most unique and memorable gifts I’ve ever received.

what is an infused liquor kit?

Case in point: for my last birthday Chelsea presented me with a craft cocktail infusion mix packaged in a glass jar. You add the appropriate liquor (in my case bourbon, natch) to the ingredients in the jar, pop in the fridge for 2 days, and you’ve got yourself a delicious cocktail (in my case an Old Fashioned, natch). The ingredients mix with the liquor, infusing it with flavor and making a perfect craft cocktail!

i had to try and make a kit for myself!

Being me I immediately emptied out the jar so I could examine the contents and decided that – if this was as tasty as it looked – I’d try to make a cocktail kit myself.

And then I made four.

These infusion kits would make SUCH a great gift for anyone in your life that enjoys a cocktail, and can be paired with the accompanying liquor, cute glasses, ice cube tray, napkins – the sky’s the limit!

I’m sure you have a friend or two who would appreciate this so much, and it takes no time at all to put together. I’ve enclosed the recipe for the Old Fashioned, with 3 variations below (instructions are the same for all).

And be sure to check out all of the other lovely ideas my fellow bloggers have shared for this Galentine’s Day!

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Old Fashioned Infused Liquor Kit

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These pretty infused liquor kits are easy to make and so unique!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 15

Course Drinks

Servings infused liquor kit

Equipment

Ingredients

2 oranges
2 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
15 dried cherries

Instructions

Make the sugar cube:

Zest one of the oranges and place the zest and sugar in a small bowl. Mix till well combined. Test the consistency (it should clump together like damp sand) and add water - a bit at a time - if needed. Pack into the well of an ice cube tray (see Notes, below, for an alternative method). Let dry overnight.

Make the dried fruit:

Pre-heat the oven to its lowest setting – ideally 150 – 170 degrees. Slice the other orange to about 1/4″ thickness (do not peel) and place the prettiest slices on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Blot with a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture and bake till dried (anywhere from 4 - 6 hours). If you like, you can place the tray with the sugar cube in the oven for 10 - 15 minutes, to expedite drying. Let everything cool completely.

Print or write the instructions on a label:

Print or write the instructions on a label:
1. Add 12 ounces of bourbon to the jar, seal and refrigerate for 2 days.
2. Strain the bourbon (you can discard or use the fruit in your cocktail).
3. Pour neat, over ice or with club/sparkling water.
4. Enjoy!

Assemble the kit:

Place 3 of the orange slices (cut larger slices in half if needed), the cherries and sugar cube in the mason jar. Attach a label (you can print the instructions on the back) and ribbon or string for gifting.

Notes

To make a Hot Toddy kit (use whiskey, bourbon or brandy): 3 lemon slices, 3 apple slices, 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 cloves, lemon sugar cube
To make a Mule kit (use gin or vodka): 3 lime slices, 3 orange slices, 3 pieces of crystallized ginger, lime sugar cube, 2 teaspoons dried mint
To make a Paloma kit (use tequila, gin or vodka): 1 orange slice, 2 grapefruit slices, 3 lime slices, 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, lime sugar cube
If you prefer not to make a sugar cube you can put the sugar and zest (and herbs, if using) in a piece of waxed paper and tie up with a piece of string.

Keywords bourbon, cocktail, foodie gift, gluten free, liquor, moscow mule, old fashioned, palomoa, vegan

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