Fennel & Fig Infused Vodka

Contributed by Cocktails 2006

SERVINGS: Makes 6 to 8 drinks

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Blue Hill at Stone Barns • Pocantico Hills, New York

This savory seasonal infusion takes advantage of Stone Barns' homegrown produce: The fennel comes from gardens just steps from the restaurant's kitchen.

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18 ounces vodka
1/2 pound dried Black Mission figs, quartered
1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
3 or 4 fresh Black Mission figs, halved

In an airtight container, combine the vodka, dried figs and fennel; cover and refrigerate for a week. Shake the container each day. Strain the infused vodka through a very fine strainer into a pitcher. To serve, divide the vodka among 6 to 8 ice-filled rocks glasses. Garnish each drink with half a fresh fig.

Fennel & Fig Infused Vodka

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