Buddha’s Hand Vodka

Buddha’s Hand Vodka

This Buddha’s Hand Vodka is an incredible infused spirit that will be sure to impress.

 Wintertime means citrus season, my favourite of all the fruits and citrus means Buddha’s Hand citrons! I never knew about these until I became a Produce Manager, now I count down the months until I have them in store.

buddhas hand infusion

Buddha Hand Citron

The day the Buddha’s Hand arrived you could smell it’s amazing aroma long before the box was found amongst all the produce. The entire warehouse was engulfed in the most amazing lemon smell. If you have never seen a Buddha’s Hand, they are like no other fruit out there.

They do not contain any juice or seeds, and the white center is not bitter like you would find on other kinds of citrus. They are prefect for zesting, and you would use them anywhere where you would use lemon. I am thinking I will candy some, similar to how I did the grapefruit rind. And some Buddha’s Hand salt is in order. A Buddha’s Hand salt rimmed margarita sounds fantastic!

The strong lemon scent seemed a classic fit with vodka.  The end result is a magnificent, flavored spirit that you could drink on the rocks or mixed with club soda for a refreshing cocktail.

Buddha’s Hand Vodka

1 Buddha’s Hand Citron

2 cups of your favorite vodka

Wash the Buddha’s Hand well.

With a zester zest yourself 2 tablespoons of the Buddha’s Hand.

Place the zest in a mason jar along with one finger from the fruit. Seal and place in a dark cupboard. I gave mine a shake every few days.

Allow to sit for 30 days

.Strain using a fine mesh screen strainer.

Because Buddha’s Hands are only available in the winter these would make fantastic cocktails for New Year’s Eve. Start a jar at the beginning of December to have it ready for ringing in the New Year!

Buddha’s Hand Vodka

Buddha’s Hand Vodka
 
Recipe type: Drinks
Cuisine: Infused
Ingredients
  • 2 ounces of Buddha's Hand vodka
  • splash of Club Soda
  • ¼ cup of sugar
  • ¼ cup of lemon juice
  • lemon slices to garnish
Instructions
  1. Place the sugar on a small plate.
  2. Place the lemon juice into a small bowl.
  3. Dip the rim of the glass into the lemon juice then into the plate of sugar making a nice rim on the glass.
  4. Using a shot glass pour a 2 ounce shot and careful pour it into the sugar rimmed glass. Add a splash of Club Soda.
  5. Garnish with a slice of lemon

 

This spectacular infused vodka is perfect for any citrus based cocktail.

buddhas hand cocktail

Published by Redawna

Garden & Food Writer/Educator/Photographer. NFT artist. Management Professional. Community Builder. Entrepreneurial spirit.

7 Replies on “Buddha’s Hand Vodka

  1. Hmmmm. I had a Budda’s hand once and had no idea what to do with it. It just shriveled and died. Now I know what to do!
    Also…when do you think Seville oranges will be in stock Redawna?

    1. They are definitely unique! And the vodka turned out really nice!

      I do believe I seen the Seville oranges in my order guide so that means I can have them in store early next week.

      Thanks for stopping by! Great seeing you Bernice.

  2. Omg I am SO making Buddha-cello instead of limoncello for my Christmas gifting this year! Thanks for the info!

    1. Okay, that is a spectacular idea!

      The people on your Christmas list are definitely in for a treat!

      Thanks Elizabeth

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