Orange Peel Vodka Recipes

CITRUS INFUSED VODKA OR GIN RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Steps:

• Lightly scrub your citrus fruit before peeling for another use. Place the peel in a sealable container and cover with the vodka or gin, seal and leave sit at room temp for 2-4 weeks to infuse. Use in any cocktail that calls for citrus flavored gin or vodka.

ORANGECELLO

Steps:

• Using a vegetable peeler, remove the peel from the oranges in long strips (reserve the oranges for another use). Using a small sharp knife, trim away the white pith from the orange peels; discard the pith. Put the orange peels in a 2-quart pitcher or large glass bowl. Pour the vodka over the peels and cover with plastic wrap. Steep the orange peels in the vodka for 4 days at room temperature.
• In a medium saucepan, combine the water and sugar over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool, about 20 minutes. Pour the syrup over the vodka mixture. Cover and let stand at room temperature overnight. Strain the orangecello through a mesh strainer. Discard the peels. Transfer the orangecello to bottles. Seal the bottles and refrigerate until cold, at least 4 hours and up to 1 month.

ORANGE VODKA

Steps:

• Peel the orange rind into thin, almost transparent, strips.
• Combine with vodka and sugar.
• Let stand for 4 days.
• Strain and serve ice cold.

ORANGE PEEL VODKA

Steps:

• Wash the oranges.
• Using a zester of vegetable peeler, peel the skin to create narrow ribbons.
• Scrape away any remaining pith.
• Put the peel into a large jar and add the vodka.
• Store in a dark, dry place for about 2 weeks, shaking the jar occasionally.
• Strain through cheesecloth, discard the peel and store in a bottle ready for use.