Ginger Liqueur is an amazing liqueur, so warm and inviting. The best part is that is so easy to make Homemade Ginger Liqueur, this vodka based version can even be gluten free with potato vodka!
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Using Vodka as Base for Ginger Liqueur
A couple of weeks ago, I shared with you a homemade Ginger Liqueur that was brandy based. This week I am back with a vodka based Ginger Liqueur. I started them both on the same day. I figured, I had the ginger, I had the vodka, and I had the brandy, why not do a comparison. They’ll both get used, so nothing to waste, no harm no foul. I found this version at Degrees of Preparation. It is very similar to last week’s recipe, the main difference between the base alcohol – in this case vodka, and whether or not a simple syrup was used.
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Ginger Liqueur - Vodka Based vs. Brandy Based
As you can see, the brandy based homemade ginger liqueur is darker, there is also more of it. It uses a simple syrup, which adds some water to the liqueur. The vodka based ginger liqueur adds sugar, but no water. They both use vanilla beans and I used orange peel in both.
Ginger Liqueur - Loved them both!
I have to admit there are much worse ways to spend a Saturday than taste testing homemade ginger liqueur! As you would expect, the Brandy version was a little smoother and richer. This one is dangerous, I could sip it all night long. the vodka version picked up a little more heat from the ginger, probably because it was in contact with the ginger longer. It is a little stronger. They are both excellent. I see a few Ginger Gin and Tonics in my immediate future! So, the verdict is, yes, make your own homemade ginger liqueur!!
Homemade Ginger Liqueur - Vodka Based
Ingredients
- 3 ½ ounce ginger root diced
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ vanilla bean sliced down the middle
- 16 ounces vodka
- ½ orange peel
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a lidded jar and shake to combine. Let steep for 2 days, shaking it once or twice each day. Remove the vanilla bean, recap and continue to steep for 3-4 more days, shaking the jar whenever you think of it
- Strain out the solids through a strainer lined with a coffee filter. Rebottle it and let it sit for a day or two to mellow even more
Notes
Nutrition
Other infusions to try:
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Vickie Walker says
Could you suggest a cocktail or two to make with this and their recipes? I want to have it as a gift next week and would like to attach the recipe suggestions! Thanks in advance!
Pam Greer says
If you google cocktails using Ginger Liqueur, you'll find a bunch. Diffords Guide has a collection of 20 of them!
Char says
I wonder if we could add a touch of coriander? At what stage would you add it though?
Pam Greer says
Probably at the end, since you wouldn't sure how much flavor it would add as it steeped.
Diane says
I do not have vanilla bean
Can I use clear vanilla instead? If so, how much?
Pam Greer says
I would go with 1/2 teaspoon. You can always add more at the end if you want a stronger vanilla flavor.
Cindy Rabbitt says
Can you make this with Stevia instead of sugar? I want to make as a gift for a friend who is strictly KETO.
Pam Greer says
I have never tried it, but I just googled "using stevia in liqueurs" and it looks like you can.
Lisa says
Once it's bottled do you know how long it will keep for?
Pam Greer says
I try to use it up within a year, but it will pretty much last indefinitely, just lose flavor.
Jerry says
So, I love Domaine de Canton and have created a spicy margarita using it. It’s a bit expensive. Most online recipes are brandy based, not vodka. I wanted vodka. I doubled this recipe. I used 100 proof vodka. I did NOT add the sugar, for double recipe I used 1 1/3 vanilla bean and zest of one Valencia orange. I grated the ginger. I left everything in for 5 days. I filtered it through a medium mesh strainer, then a fine mesh strainer, then coffee filters (it took a lot of patience & filters, they clog). Then I dissolved 2 cups of sugar with 3 cups of water on the stovetop, just until dissolved. I measured my base (700 ml) and added the exact amount of the sugar water. This essentially made it 50 proof, just like Domaine de Canton. Side by side, you can’t tell the difference. Delicious!
Pam Greer says
Love the orange zest in this, I will definitely try that!
Tray says
Thank you for this. I love Domaine de Canton as well but find it pricey. Can’t wait to try.
Tina says
Ginger Liqueur sounds amazing! A an easy and wonderful gift idea that I'm sure my friends will love and appreciate! I'm tempted to make both versions just to try out!
Natalie says
I LOVE the sound of that Ginger Liqueur. Ginger is one of my favorite spice and everything ginger-flavored is just delicious to me. Can't wait to make this and surprise my hubby and my friends.
Claire says
Oh this is just perfect!!!!
I love to make homemade when I can and I just have to give this a go.
I think it would make a fabulous hostess gift as well!!! Ooooh and Christmas gifts! The list goes on.
Thank you 😀
Michelle Blackwood says
This is an amazing recipe, I bet it tastes delicious, great for fighting colds and increasing circulation.
swathi says
Homemade liqueur are best, your ginger liqueur sounds delicious. I need to try with vodka first as you said it has more heat.I love that part.
Sandhya Ramakrishnan says
What a great idea to use ginger in homemade liqueurs. The ginger has its own medicinal properties and it would be amazing to sip it.
a quiet life says
thanks for visiting, now that I am back in the garden I am digging up the blog again, its too fun not to see color again! this looks fabulous, can't wait to try it soon! just read a great book, the hearts invisible fury, see what you think, I live outdoors now and listen to two audio books a day 😉
Marisa Franca says
YUM!! We've made homemade liqueurs and they are great. Now, we've never made the ginger one before and since ginger is good for you I can excuse my sipping on the liqueur as medicinal. I'm saving to try out these recipes.
Gloria says
Wow what a great idea. The uses of this are endless, especially during the fall and holiday season. This would make a great hostess or Christmas gift. You can never go wrong with having awesome liqueurs to work with in the kitchen.
Bev Burr says
I agree! Now can you post the recipes you found on the original label please?? I love ginger and will be making this tomorrow.
Thanks for sharing both recipes for the brandy and vodka based liquors.