This is Mary’s modification to a few very popular steakhouses signature drink….
Ingredients:
– 2 large and ripe pineapple
– 1.750ml bottle of vodka (choose a decent quality vodka) – we prefer Kirkland Premium Vodka (great price and great taste)
-4 sunshine vanilla beans (Hawaiian vanilla beans or any kind if you don’t have) – sourced through my Vanilla Co-op group on FB (great pricing compared to any local store)
-1 gallon sealable glass jar or sun-tea dispenser
Instructions:
1. Peel the pineapple and remove the core.
2. Cut the pineapple into small chunks or slices.
3. Place the pineapple pieces into a clean, sealable glass jar with the vanilla beans.
4. Pour the vodka over the pineapple, ensuring that all the pieces are submerged. (Add a small weighted object on top to assure full submerging of fruit)
5. Seal the jar or bottle tightly and shake gently to mix.
6. Place the jar or bottle in a cool, dark place, such as a pantry or cupboard.
7. Let the vodka infuse for at least 1 weeks, but preferably 3 weeks, shaking the jar or bottle gently once a day to redistribute the flavors.
8. After the infusion period, strain the vodka through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the pineapple pieces.
9. Transfer the infused vodka back into the original bottle or a clean, sealable container.
10. Store the pineapple-infused vodka in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to use. Or leave in the sun-tea dispenser for the upcoming party for guest access for shots and drinks
Enjoy your homemade sunshine vanilla pineapple-infused vodka as shots or in cocktails or over ice.
A straight Pineapple Martini is lovely but dangerous !! Yum !!
