Apple Pie Vodka is a homemade infused vodka made with warm cinnamon, and spices flavors from a decadent pie are bursting in this homemade infused vodka recipe.
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- Whether you would like to drink this straight up, make a sangria, or an apple toddy, this homemade vodka is going to make your day better.
- If you want to give a unique and thoughtful gift, this infused vodka is just perfect for gifting.
Ingredients
- cinnamon sticks: Essential for adding flavor.
- cardamon pods: Do not leave them out of the brine. They add great flavor.
- whole star anise: Also a must-add for peak flavor.
- nutmeg: Whole nutmeg is another level of flavor.
- whole cloves
- ginger: Fresh ginger adds a nice zing to the liquor.
- vodka: Not shown above. Use your favorite brand of vodka.
- vanilla extract: Use a good pure vanilla extract
- sugar: not shown above. Add your favorite sweetener from white sugar to stevia.
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Equipment
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Slice apples very thin and set aside
- Add vodka, apple slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cardamom pods, whole cloves, nutmeg, and ginger to a large mason jar.
- Keep the mason jar in the refrigerator for 48 hours, shake the jar occasionally during that time.After 48 hours, the flavors will be infused. Feel free to taste to ensure the vodka has the appropriate apple pie flavoring for your liking.
- Strain the liquor through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean mason jar or container. You can also use a cheesecloth to strain the vodka.
- Make a simple syrup, in a small saucepan blend ½ cup of granulated sugar and water, bring to a boil, then simmer 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and let cool.
- Add the cooled simple syrup and vanilla extract to the infused vodka, blend to combine.
- Store in sealed jars in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Storage
Expert Tips
Expert Tip: The apple pie infused vodka makes a great gift. Place the liquor in mason jars and with a ribbon. The liquor tastes delicious straight up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use a sweet apple such as Gala, Fuji, Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
Serving Suggestions
The apple pie vodka can be served in so many ways. Straight up or on the rocks is always fantastic.
Make our slow cooker apple cider and add a bit to that for a tasty adult beverage.
Change up a hot toddy and add in some of the infused vodka for a warm cocktail on a cool day.
My favorite desserts to serve along with this flavored liquor would be pumpkin spice cupcakes, snickerdoodles, and homemade chocolate bark.
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Apple Pie Vodka
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Ingredients
- 2 apples Note 1
- 1 bottle vodka 750 ml bottle
- 1 cinnamon sticks Note 2
- 1 whole star anise
- 5 whole cardamom pods
- ½ piece nutmeg
- 10 whole cloves
- 1 ¼ inch fresh ginger, uncut
- ½ cup simple syrup Note 4
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash and dry the apples. Slice the apples into thin slices. Set aside.
- In a large glass or plastic container, combine vodka, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cardamom pods, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
- Set the infused vodka mixture in the fridge to blend for 48 hours. Occasionally shaking the container to mix ingredients.
- After the 48 hours, the flavors will be infused together, use a fine-mesh sieve to strain into a clean container. Set aside.
- Add the simple syrup and vanilla extract into the infused vodka. Stir to blend all ingredients.
- Store in sealed glass containers in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- The infused liquor makes a fabulous gift. Please in mason jars with a ribbon. The liquor tastes delicious straight up.
Jamie
I made this and gifted it to my aunt who loves making cocktails at home. She loved it and said it the best tasting flavored vodka she's ever tasted. Thank you so much! I'll be making more for the holiday season!
Mairead Kelly
Hi Jamie! Thank you so much for sharing this great idea! I am so glad that your aunt enjoyed this and even better, in the comfort of her home! I hope you enjoy as well 🙂
Marisa F. Stewart
I love this idea. It will make a perfect hostess gift - if we're able. My mouth is watering just thinking about. I've got all the spices and apple -- now for the bottle of vodka. I'll be sure to make several batches to give and enjoy.
Mairead Kelly
Hi Marisa, this would be a great gift for the holidays! I hope you love it! Thank you!
Paula Montenegro
It's amazing how you can throw a bunch of ingredients in a vodka bottle, wait some weeks and have amazing homemade liquors. What a fantastic recipe to use in my apple pies when I don't have Calvados! Thanks for sharing this, it's so useful.
Mairead Kelly
Paula, I couldn't agree more! You can make so many different types, whatever you're in the mood for! Thank you so much and I hope you love it! 🙂
Mama Maggie's Kitchen
Yum! Never tried this version before but your Apple Pie Vodka looks mouthwatering!
Mairead Kelly
Thank you Maggie! I hope you will love this 🙂
kerri
I love tinkering with alcohols and imparting more flavors into our drinks. This is such an easy recipe and there are so many options to use it! I'm thinking about using it to make cinnamon apples!
Mairead Kelly
Hi Kerri! Yes, you can try lots of different flavors for this drink! Let me know how the cinnamon apples one is 🙂
Shelley
What a diabolically delicious idea for fall! Such a great way to kick up apple cider - I love that idea for fall bonfire parties! And also such a fun DIY gift idea for the holidays - I mean, who wouldn't love to receive this?!?
Mairead Kelly
Hey Shelley! Thank you so much 🙂 So funny you should mention the fall bonfires, I made these last night for some of my relatives by the fire pit! So glad that you are enjoying!
veenaazmanov
Super healthy and amazing spices and flavors to making this Homemade Apple Pie Vodka. I love your Gifting plan too. I need to stock myself too.
Mairead Kelly
Hi Veena! You definitely need to stock up for yourself, especially while you prep for the holidays! Thank you for trying! Enjoy
Jenny
Such a wonderful recipe, I love it! I will serve it on Thanksgiving, it will be such a treat for everybody. Thanks so much for sharing it!
Mairead Kelly
Hi Jenny! Such a great idea to make during the holidays! A fan favorite for my family 🙂 Thank you!
Amy
Apple pie vodka??? OMG..... how brilliant is that! I know so many of my friends would love that and it would make such a great thing to add to homemade cocktails. I'm in Australia so the warmer months are coming. Can't wait to try this when we can crank up the BBQ again!
Mairead Kelly
Hi Amy!! This cocktail would be perfect for friends and family especially during the holidays! I hope you love it 🙂
Colleen
What a cozy, delicious cocktail. Perfect for fall, and I'm serving this pre-dinner for Thanksgiving.
Eileen xo
This is awesome - so glad you like the recipe
Aleta
Whoa, this is absolutely genius! My mom's birthday lands on Thanksgiving so this would be the perfect gift to bring to dinner! I am SO excited to give it a try!
Eileen xo
We love this for a gift giving to our family and friends/
Connie Silverstein
We made this today and cannot wait to try the infused vodka. I want to make these for Thanksgiving gifts for the family
Eileen xo
That’s an awesome idea Connie! I hope they enjoy!