Homemade foodie gifts are a real treat to giveaway. Fruit infused vodka, like Pomegranate Vodka, is perfect for the bartender on your list!
How do you shop for gifts? Are you a mall shopper? An online shopper? Do you prefer boutiques to national chains? Maybe you are a crafter, an artist or a builder? Me? I prefer homemade gifts, to give out and to receive. But not everyone has a sweet tooth or wants a box of cookies or chocolates. So, what do you do?
Here’s a great gift idea for the bar keep that you know and love.
This is something the hubby and I started last year with our influx of pomegranates. We soaked pomegranate arils in vodka for two weeks, then filtered out the fruit. Super easy. Fruity flavor. Gorgeous color.
You can also do this with plums, lemons, oranges and many other types of fruit. If you like to spice it up, add some cloves or cinnamon sticks.
The labels I made were inspired by Matt Armendariz of Matt Bites. He used pre-cut Avery labels. I made my tags myself. It all depends on how crafty you are feeling.
Cheers!
Pomegranate Infused Vodka
This ruby-red drink is simple to make and makes a great addition to any home bar. Recipe by Laura Bashar of Family Spice
Ingredients:
- 1 L vodka
- 1 pomegranate, seeds only
Directions:
- Place in a large container:
- 1 L vodka
- 1 pomegranate , seeds only
- Cover the container and let it sit for at least 10 days and up to 3 weeks in a cool dark place. No need to stir during that time.
- Store in the freezer until ready to serve.
Prep Time:
Anonymous says
LOVE this! Very clean and pretty.
Nami | Just One Cookbook says
You are amazing… I've never made homemade gifts (I wonder if they want something from my kitchen. Muhaha!). I'd be so happy to get something like this which is so unique! Very precious gift idea Laura!
RavieNomNoms says
What a fantastic idea that is!! So creative and different!
Jeanne @JollyTomato says
Laura, these are just gorgeous! I love the color. Such a cool gift – your recipients are lucky!
(Oh, and by the way, I was wondering what you were going to do with all of those pomegranates – I knew you'd come up with something totally cool!)
Anonymous says
Where did u find those bottles? I cannot find them anywhere! :/
Priya Sreeram says
ohhhhhh this is a jolly good idea and such rich colour- loved all your pomegranate recipes; have bookmarked a few to try. will let you know how it turns out !
FamilySpice says
Thanks everyone!
The best selection and prices of bottles online I found here: http://www.specialtybottle.com. I ended up buying these bottles at Cost Plus World Market (I had a coupon!): http://www.worldmarket.com
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
LOVE it!! This is such a fantastic idea and I love the labels also!
Ann says
What a delicious, creative gift! Your tags are terrific!
alanabread says
I did a similar things with some berry vodka this year and it went down a treat so I think pomegranate is next on my vodka hit-list! Also wanted to mention that your labels are fantastic, love the typog!
Magic of Spice says
I love infused vodkas, what a perfect idea for a holiday gift!
Hope you are having a wonderful Season 🙂
Wine Delivery Calgary says
If u r looking for a "WOW" surprise then don't forget to made vodkas at home.Enjoy !
Sunday Morning Banana Pancakes says
OMG Love the Homemade Tags and Vodka – this is absolutely amazing and adorable!
Simply Tia says
These are absolutely too cute! I love infused vodkas. I'm going to have to give pomegranate a try!
Jana Szabo says
this is fantastic, you are fantastic…i am having a wonder filled morning browsing through the 25 and learning.