If you like a hands-on approach to happy hour, this DIY cocktail infusion kit is your kind of project. With just a few hours of low-effort prep, you can turn citrus, ginger, and rosemary into a flavorful blend that gives plain spirits a major upgrade. They’re easy to assemble and perfect for gifting or stashing in your pantry.
The beauty of these kits is that you control the flavor. Use vodka, gin, or bourbon depending on what you like to drink, and let the ingredients work their magic over a day or two. Once infused, they’re ready for simple cocktails that taste anything but basic.
Helpful Tips
- Use firm, fresh, unblemished citrus for best results. They will holds up better during drying, and will look nicer.
- A mandoline makes slicing faster and more consistent.
- Let the jar sit out of direct sunlight while infusing to preserve flavor.
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DIY Citrus Rosemary Cocktail Infusion Kits
Ingredients
- 1 orange sliced
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1 lime sliced
- 4-8 rosemary sprigs dried
- 8 small pieces ginger dried
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. You might need 2 to accommodate all the slices.
- Lay the citrus slices and ginger on a baking sheet, making sure they don’t overlap.
- Dry them in the oven for about 2 to 3 hours, flipping halfway through. They should be dry but still vibrant in color.
- For the rosemary, you can set the sprigs out on a plate and let them dry for 2-3 days or you can add them to the baking sheet and dehydrate for 30 minutes.
- Once the fruit is fully dried, add 1-2 slices/pieces of each to 4 bags.
- Decorate the bag with a ribbon and add some identifying tags. We suggest one tag that gives the info of what is contained in the bag and how to infuse the spirits, plus one tag with 2 cocktail options.
To use the infusion kit:
- Fill the jar with 8 ounces (makes 4 drinks) of your preferred spirit (vodka, gin, or bourbon). Let it infuse at room temperature for 1-2 days. Follow the included recipes to make either a Citrus Rosemary Spritz or a Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned.
Notes
- You can also use a dehydrator or air fryer with a dehydrate mode to dry the citrus.
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When not mixing up delicious cocktails to enjoy on the patio with friends, Angela is busy writing about food and drinks for three popular food websites, and exchanging creative ideas on social media.