Tequila Fresa
Posted: Tue Jan 03, 2012 2:23 pm
Tequila Fresa
Strawberry-Infused Tequila
Ingredients:
750 ml bottle of plata or blanco tequila
1 quart ripe strawberries, washed, hulled, and finely chopped
Special equipment: Muddler, 2-quart mason jar, and fine sieve
Preparation:
Place chopped strawberries in jar. Muddle to release juices, then pour in tequila. Seal tightly, and allow to stand for 2 to 3 weeks.
Strain through a fine sieve or double cheesecloth.
To serve, pour over ice with simple syrup. Add a squeeze of lime for tartness, or club soda for effervescence. Makes about 3 cups.
Strawberry-Infused Tequila
Ingredients:
750 ml bottle of plata or blanco tequila
1 quart ripe strawberries, washed, hulled, and finely chopped
Special equipment: Muddler, 2-quart mason jar, and fine sieve
Preparation:
Place chopped strawberries in jar. Muddle to release juices, then pour in tequila. Seal tightly, and allow to stand for 2 to 3 weeks.
Strain through a fine sieve or double cheesecloth.
To serve, pour over ice with simple syrup. Add a squeeze of lime for tartness, or club soda for effervescence. Makes about 3 cups.