Homemade Christmas Pudding Vodka

Name: Homemade Christmas Pudding Vodka
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30240 min
Total time: 30270 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 litre vodka; 300 g currants; 100 g sultanas; 150 g dark brown sugar; 50 g prunes; 50 g glacé cherries; 25 ml brandy; 25 ml amaretto; 1 each orange and lemon zest pared; 1/2 tsp mixed spice; 1 piece cinnamon stick; 1 piece vanilla pod split down the centre

Capture the festive spirit with this rich, spiced Christmas pudding vodka. Infused with a blend of dried fruits, citrus zest, and warm winter spices, it makes a stunning holiday gift or a delicious base for seasonal cocktails.

Servings1 Portions

Prep Time30 Mins

Cook Time30240 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

vodka
1 litre
currants
300 g
sultanas
100 g
dark brown sugar
150 g
prunes
50 g
glacé cherries
50 g
brandy
25 ml
amaretto
25 ml
orange and lemon zest pared
1 each
mixed spice
0.5 tsp
cinnamon stick
1 piece
vanilla pod split down the centre
1 piece

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by thoroughly sterilizing a 1.5-liter preserving jar. Place the currants, sultanas, prunes, glacé cherries, pared orange and lemon zests, dark brown sugar, mixed spice, cinnamon stick, and the split vanilla pod into the jar.

Pour approximately half of the vodka into the jar. Secure the lid tightly, then turn the jar upside down and shake vigorously to ensure the sugar is evenly distributed. Open the jar and add the remaining vodka along with the brandy and amaretto.

Re-seal the jar and store it in a cool, dark place. For the first week, shake or turn the jar once a day to help the flavors develop. Allow the mixture to infuse for a total of two to three weeks.

Once infused, strain the vodka through a fine sieve lined with coffee filter papers or a clean muslin cloth. Decant the clear, spiced liquid into sterilized decorative bottles and label them.

Don't waste the alcohol-soaked fruit! It is perfect for adding to festive bakes like fruitcakes, Christmas puddings, or homemade mincemeat.