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Cucumber Gin
Cucumber Gin <p> Gin is a classic and versatile spirit that most home bars stock as a necessary item. But <a href="/videos/profiles/about-dave-anastasi">Dave Anastasi</a> kicks it up with the essence and flavor of cucumber. A simple assembly, and 3-5 days of taste testing, will yield a light and crisp gin that&#39;ll go well with your favorite cocktails, especially Dave&#39;s <a href="http://web1.how2heroes.com/videos/beverages/cucumber-mint-gimlet">Cucumber-Mint Gimlet</a>.</p>

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Gin is a classic and versatile spirit that most home bars stock as a necessary item. But Dave Anastasi kicks it up with the essence and flavor of cucumber. A simple assembly, and 3-5 days of taste testing, will yield a light and crisp gin that'll go well with your favorite cocktails, especially Dave's Cucumber-Mint Gimlet.

Makes 1 liter (about 4 cups) infused gin

Ingredients

  • 2 cucumbers, peeled & rough chopped
  • 1 liter (about 4 cups) gin

Equipment

  • large glass container
  • plastic wrap & rubber band
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • bottles with lids for storing

How-to

  1. Add peeled and chopped cucumbers to a large glass container
  2. Add gin to cover the cucumbers
  3. Cover top of container with plastic wrap secured with a rubber band and store in a cool and dark location for 3-5 days. Start tasting around the morning of day 3. If you want stronger flavor, let infuse a full 5 days
  4. When you're happy with the taste, strain into bottles, cap and if not using immediately, store in the refrigerator

Comments (1)

  • Posted Monday, May 23, 2011, at 4:00 pm by Carolyn Waldron-Parr:
    My first infusion! Here's hoping it turns out as good as Dave's!

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