Celery Black Pepper Vodka - this black pepper vodka is so easy and tastes amazing! In about 3-5 days with celery, black pepper and vodka, you can have the Best Bloody Mary!
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I joke that infusing liquors is my hobby, but really it sort of is. I love infusing liquors, with a little prep, time does most of the work.
Vodka is usually one of the popular alcohols to infuse because it has a neutral taste, unlike gin or brandy. Though, I do like infusing gin too - Lavender Infused Gin and Spicy Cucumber Infused Gin are two of my favorites.
If you haven't walked down the vodka aisle of your liquor store in awhile, be prepared to be amazed at the number of infused vodka. Every sort of infused vodka imaginable. So, why infuse vodka at home?
Well, it's fun. It's kind of like a science experiment, though instead of making a scientific breakthrough at the end, you get a yummy flavored vodka.
It's also easy. Usually you just chop your ingredients, and sometimes you don't even have to do that, put them in the vodka and wait. You might need to shake it every day and taste test. What's not to love?
It was after Christmas and I was looking for a winter infusion. Perusing my cocktails bookshelf, I saw the book Winter Cocktails (link in recipe card.) I had already made a couple of infused vodkas from the book, the Chamomile-Pear Infused Vodka and the Rose Infused Vodka.
The Celery Black Pepper Infused Vodka sounded intriguing. As soon as I read the ingredients, I started imaging the amazing Bloody Mary that I would be making with it.
Instructions
Making this infused vodka is so easy! You first warm the black peppercorns in a small skillet until they are fragrant. Then add them to a canning jar, I like to use a canning funnel. Then you add chopped celery and your vodka and put a lid on it.
Store it in a cool, dark place, shaking it 2 or 3 times a day. It should take 3-5 days. You can begin tasting at 3 days, we liked the flavor at 4 days and stopped there. Strain using a fine mesh strainer and return it to a jar.
How does this black pepper vodka taste? Amazing! You really get the perfect spicy heat from the black pepper.
The celery flavor is more subtle. If you'd like more celery flavor, you could stain out the solids, and then add the celery back into the vodka and let it infuse a little longer - probably 3 or 4 more days would be enough.
I will be making an amazing Bloody Mary with this but first I made this Spicy Moscow Mule!
Recipe
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Celery Black Pepper Vodka
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 2 stalks celery cut into pieces
- 375 milileter vodka
Instructions
- In a small skillet over medium heat, stir the peppercorns until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Combine the celery and the peppercorns in 2-3 cup jar. Add the vodka and close tightly.
- Store in a cool dark place for 3-5 days. Shake a couple of times a day.
- After 3 days, begin taste testing.
- When the flavor is to your liking, strain out the solids by pouring through a fine mesh strainer into a clean jar.
- Store the infused vodka in a lidded jar. It will keep indefinitely.
Notes
Nutrition
This was originally published in 2019 and has been updated for 2021.
Robert B says
Has anyone tried using celery seeds instead of fresh stalks?
Pam Greer says
I never have.
Johnny says
I’ve infused vodka with fresh strawberries before using sous vide method straining and reserving the strawberries to blend up and adding some of it to the drink. Made the best strawberry daiquiris. I would imagine it would work here also turning out the same result in a couple of hours instead of days. Might give it a go.
Emily says
I love making infused vodka but I have never tried this combo before. It sounds delicious, I can't wait to try it!
Pam Greer says
You'll have to let me know what you think!
Claudia says
Now this is such a vibrant rich color I need to try this since I am a black pepper hound and love my vodka
Pam Greer says
Then you will love this!
Denay says
I prepared the infused vodka. It tastes so good! I'm serving it for Sunday brunch.
Pam Greer says
I hope everyone enjoys it!
Aimee says
Oh, the amazing bloody mary's you could make with this vodka and it would also make an excellent gift. I could also see it used in a pasta sauce. I can't wait to try this.
Pam Greer says
I never thought of using it in a pasta sauce! What a great idea!
Beth says
Oh I love Bloody Mary's. What a great idea! Might make some to give as gifts too.
Kathryn @ Urban Foodie Kitchen says
Infused vodkas are the best. I'm thinking this would make some amazing cocktails!!
Saima says
Celery and black pepper are very interesting additions to this vodka recipe! Your pictures are so inviting as well.
Pam Greer says
It tastes amazing!
Jillian says
I bet this would make a great gift too! Great presentation!
Pam Greer says
It would!
Adrianne says
Very interesting post here Pam!! I liked the odd drink and I think that this Celery Infusion Vodka sounds right up my alley. I have also never cooked peppercorns the way you have in the recipe as to let their fragrance out. Looking forward to giving this a go, cheers!
Pam Greer says
You'll have to let me know what you think of it!
Gloria says
Well, this sure sounds like it will pack of punch. I bet this really is great for that Bloody Mary. I think this would be a hit at the weekend brunch parties.
Pam Greer says
It would be perfect for brunch parties!
Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says
I have never thought of infusing vodka for a bloody mary. What a great idea and I'll bet it imparts so much flavor. Hello Sunday Brunch!
Pam Greer says
It's perfect for Sunday Brunch!
Emily says
I've never thought about infusing vodka before, what a great idea. This would make a great gift.
Pam Greer says
Yes, it would!
Ann says
It's certainly a departure from your usual offerings. Gorgeous colour. Enjoy!
Pam Greer says
It's so good!