How to Infuse Vodka With Jalapenos

By: Scott Damon

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Flavored vodkas have taken the marketplace by storm, counting for 26 percent of all vodka sales in the U.S. market according to research firm Euromonitor International. What many people don't realize is that making your own flavored vodka is quite simple. For instance, the ingredients for jalapeno-infused vodka can be assembled in mere minutes. Offering a spicy kick, the clear, peppery spirit is enjoyed neat, on the rocks or in a cocktail.

Step 1

Remove the stems, pith and seeds from your jalapeno peppers. Slice and discard the stem with your pairing knife. Next, cut your jalapeno in half, exposing the inside of the pepper.

Step 2

Unscrew the top of the vodka bottle. Certain bottles have a wide, open mouth, while others have a protective plastic cap that slows the pour beneath the top. If your bottle has the protective cap, use the blade of your pairing knife to pop out and discard.

Step 3

Insert your jalapeno halves into the vodka bottle. The heat or spice is found in the pith and seeds of the pepper. As they are submerged into the vodka bottle, the infusion process begins.

Step 4

Store in a cool dark place for one to two weeks. The longer the peppers stay submerged in the vodka the spicier and hotter the vodka becomes. For a milder flavor, consume or remove the peppers after one week. For a stronger flavor, consume or remove peppers after two weeks.