Ginger, Cinnamon + Peppercorn Infused Vodka

Ingredients

• 1 stick cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp peppercorns (uncrushed)
• 1 lobe ginger, peeled and sliced
• ~1.5 cups vodka

Put everything together and store in a cool, dry place (we used a cabinet) for 2 days (you can use empty bottles -- we used small glass tonic bottles and empty jam jars. Thusly packaged, these things make good gifts). Shake occasionally. Vodka will turn a dark red. It's best with ginger ale or tonic. I think this one was more successful than the lemon/fennel one. Next time we'll take pictures.

Fennel + Lemon Infused Vodka

Ingredients

• 1 tsp fennel seeds, lightly crushed
• 2 slices lemon
• 1.5 cups vodka

Put everything together. Store in a cool, dry place for 2 days, shaking occasionally. Vodka will turn a pleasant yellow color.

Thoughts: This stuff was a little weird -- I think the lemon was too strong. I think we should use one fewer slice of lemon next time. I think it's best mixed with tonic. Do not try to mix with champagne. Dan likes the fennel flavor. Worth trying again though.