Glass is the only way to go for liquor infusions. Plastic of any kind will absorb - and give off - odors, especially if anything was stored in it previously. Glass containers will ensure that nothing accidentally adds too, or takes away from, the infusion.

Pay attention to your infusion.

Don't put it together, toss it into the pantry and forget about it. You'll want to remove the peels as close to 24 hours as you can. Leave the infusion for days and it will turn bitter.

What kind of grapefruit should I use?

Because you’re only using the rind for infusing, pick whatever grapefruit is easiest to find at the store, but choose the prettiest one. The color found on the outside will lend itself to your infusion, so now’s the time to choose a grapefruit with lots of color on the rind.

What kind of tequila should I use?

Stick to silver tequila for this infusion and choose a quality spirit. Tequila is a liquor with a flavor all its own, so you want to choose something that has a smooth and clean taste that will be enhanced by the grapefruit. I like Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila for my infusions.

How can I use my infused tequila?

Grapefruit infused tequila is excellent in margaritas and Palomas . Just swap out the traditional silver tequila in the recipe for your grapefruit infusion, and make the cocktail as directed.

How to Make Grapefruit Tequila - DIY Infused Liquor

Grapefruit Tequila - DIY Infused Liquor

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This grapefruit infused tequila is delicious in place of traditional silver tequila in any margarita or Paloma cocktail.

Author: Katy McAvoy
Prep Time: 5 min
Infusion Time: 24 hours
Total Time: 24 hours, 5 minutes
Yield: 2 cups 1x
Category: Cocktails
Method: Infusion
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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2 - 4 inch pieces of grapefruit rind
2 cups silver tequila
A pint mason jar and lid

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Instructions

Thoroughly wash your grapefruit.

Using a vegetable peeler, remove the rind from the grapefruit. Try not to get the white pith underneath the rind. Set aside.

Place grapefruit peels in a pint mason jar.

Add tequila and place the lid on the jar.

Set the jar in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.

Let sit for at least 24 hours.

Note: Be sure to pay attention to timing here. Leave it for multiple days and you will start getting a bitter taste in the infusion.

Remove the grapefruit peels from the tequila. You can leave the tequila in the mason jar or decant it into a prettier container.

Notes

Store tequila at room temperature for up to 1 month, or in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 oz
Calories: 132
Sugar: 0.1 g
Sodium: 0.7 mg
Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 0.2 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

Find it online: https://mittengirl.com/grapefruit-tequila-diy-infused-liquor/