Black Forest Cherry Infused Vodka (Schwarzwälder Kirsch-Infundierter Wodka)

Indulge in the rich flavors of the Black Forest with this Schwarzwälder Kirsch-Infundierter Wodka (Black Forest Cherry Infused Vodka) recipe. This delightful infusion captures the essence of the famous Black Forest region in Baden, Germany, and makes for a perfect addition to cocktails or as a standalone sipper.

Black Forest Cherry Infused Vodka (Schwarzwälder Kirsch-Infundierter Wodka)

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle of vodka (750ml)
  • 1 cup fresh black cherries, pitted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise

Instructions

  1. In a large glass jar, combine the pitted black cherries, granulated sugar, and split vanilla bean.
  2. Pour the vodka over the cherry mixture, ensuring that the ingredients are fully submerged.
  3. Seal the jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place for 3 days, shaking the jar gently once a day to mix the ingredients.
  4. After 3 days, strain the infused vodka through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bottle, discarding the cherries and vanilla bean.
  5. Store the infused vodka in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to use.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
72 hours
Cooking method
Infusion

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
100 per serving
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
0g
Protein
0g

Supplies

Glass jar with a tight-sealing lid Fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring cup

Serving suggestions

Serve the Schwarzwälder Kirsch-Infundierter Wodka in small glasses as a digestif, or use it to create delicious cherry-infused cocktails.

Tips & tricks

For a sweeter infusion, you can increase the amount of granulated sugar to your taste preference.

Cost

$20