Gin Recipe
Make Gin Recipe in just 1h 12m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Infuse the Botanicals
In a large container, combine the juniper berries, coriander seeds, angelica root, cardamom pods, and dried orange peel. Pour in 4 liters of water, ensuring all botanicals are fully submerged.
- 2
Soak the Mixture
Allow the mixture to soak for 24 hours at room temperature to fully extract the flavors from the botanicals.
- 3
Strain the Mixture
After 24 hours, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the solid botanicals.
- 4
Combine with Spirit
Add 1 liter of neutral grain spirit to the strained mixture. Stir gently to combine.
Flavoring
- 5
Add Flavoring Ingredients
To enhance the gin, add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, 1 cup of cucumber slices, and 1 cup of fresh mint leaves to the mixture. Stir well.
- 6
Let it Rest
Seal the container and let the gin rest for an additional 48 hours to infuse the flavors from the added ingredients.
Bottling
- 7
Filter the Gin
After resting, filter the gin again to remove any sediment or leftover solid particles.
- 8
Bottle the Gin
Pour the filtered gin into clean, sterilized bottles, seal tightly, and label.
