Tincture on watermelon: 2 recipes with vodka and alcohol at home

Since watermelon itself is a very non-standard fruit, the preparation of high-quality tinctures based on it is a rather non-trivial process. However, the original refreshing result is worth ignoring the established stereotypes.

In this case, watermelons need to be chosen very ripe. A good vodka or a 45-degree water-alcohol solution is best suited as an alcoholic base (we do not recommend brandy or cognac, as its rich flavor bouquet will easily kill the watermelon component).

What else is made from watermelon? liqueur, moonshine, syrup

Watermelon tincture on vodka

According to the preparation technique, the drink below should be classified as a liqueur, but given the organoleptic nature, it is, of course, a tincture.

List of ingredients

1. Watermelon pulp without seeds - 600 g

2. Vodka / alcohol solution - 400 ml

3. Fructose or regular granulated sugar (optional) - 50-100 g

4. Vanilla sugar (optional) - 10 g

The method of preparation

1. Grind the pulp (preferably taken from the core) by hand or with a blender to a pulp.

2. Put the mashed potatoes in a saucepan, bring it to a boil, then turn down the heat and evaporate the substance until its amount reaches 40-30% of the original volume (it is extremely important that the pieces of pulp do not burn, sticking to the walls or bottom of the pan).

3. Cool the result to room temperature, pour into a glass jar and pour alcohol.

4. Mix the future drink well and taste it. Add vanilla sugar and fructose if desired. If the tincture does not seem strong enough, you can add a little more alcohol.

5. Place a tightly closed container in a dark, warm place for 10 days, not forgetting to shake it vigorously every 2-3 days.

6. Filter the tincture through cheesecloth. Put the cheesecloth with the pulp in a colander and allow the remaining liquid to drain into the drink on its own.

7. Bottle the finished result and leave it for 3 days in the cellar or refrigerator. Store in the same place for up to a year. Serve chilled to the table.

Watermelon tincture on alcohol

This original recipe allows you to prepare a drink and an appetizer at the same time. To do this, you need to have a long and thin metal knitting needle and a syringe with a decent needle as large as possible.

List of ingredients

1. Whole watermelon - 5-7 kg

2. Vodka/alcohol solution (can be replaced with wine or martini if desired) - 400-500 ml

Method of preparation

1. Wipe the watermelon and pierce it with a knitting needle near the tail. It is necessary that the needle reaches the cavity inside the fruit. If this does not happen, you will have to do the operation again.

2. Pour alcohol into a syringe (preferably from a glass) and gradually pour it into the hole that communicates with the cavity. At the same time, you need to pause from time to time, which allows the watermelon to release air.

3. At the end of the procedure, carefully isolate all the holes made. In our opinion, it is best to close the puncture with a piece of food-grade plastic cut from the bottom of a disposable cup and seal the whole thing with tape.

4. Place the watermelon in a bag and hang it upside down for 8-10 hours somewhere in a cellar or other cool, dark room.

5. After the specified period, the watermelon should be depressurized, the liquid that has formed from it should be drained into a glass jar, and the fruit itself should be cut into slices and brought to the table with the drink.

6. It is best to serve the tincture in a decanter of suitable volume.

Update: 08.08.2017

Category: Liqueurs and Tinctures