Coffee Cocoa Infused Vodka Recipes

COFFEE-CHOCOLATE DIGESTIF

Steps:

• Make the infused vodka: Combine the vodka, cacao nibs and coffee beans in a clean jar and seal. Shake, then infuse at room temperature, out of the sunlight, at least 4 days and up to 1 week. Strain the infused vodka through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth or a coffee filter.
• Make the simple syrup: Bring the brown sugar and 1/4 cup water to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and let cool.
• Make the cocktail: Combine 1 1/2 ounces infused vodka with the Averna, bitters and 1/2 ounce of the simple syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until frothy, then strain into a small glass.

COFFEE-COCOA INFUSED VODKA

Steps:

• 1.In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vodka with the espresso beans and cocoa nibs. Close the jar tightly and let stand at room temperature for 2 weeks. Strain the vodka through a fine-mesh sieve and discard the solids. Strain the vodka a second time through a coffee filter into a clean jar and refrigerate for up to 3 months.