Ingredients
House-made Tincture
Basil Tincture
A concentrated basil note for finishing a drink without bruising a whole bunch of herbs.
About 4 oz10 minutes, plus steepingBest within 3 months.
01 · Gather
Ingredients
- plain vodka1 cup
- basil leaves1 packed cup
02 · Make it
Method
- 01
Combine vodka and basil in a clean jar.
- 02
Steep for 12 to 24 hours, tasting once after 12 hours so the basil stays bright.
- 03
Strain through a fine sieve or coffee filter and bottle. Use by the dash.
Scale it cleanly
Double the batch, not the guesswork.
For a larger jar, multiply each listed amount equally. Keep the resting time the same, then taste before bottling.
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Make it for a reason.
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