Brian Bartels, one of the most creative Bloody Mary masters we’ve ever met, loves to infuse spirits with nuts. In this interview with Faith, he assures her that it’s easy to do (any home bartender can do it), and “OH MY GOD, SO GOOD.” He says peanuts are wonderful in bourbon, too. We decided we’ve got to try this.
Use the Peanut-Infused Vodka in Brian’s PB&J Bloody Mary and garnish with his Seasoned Peanuts.
Reprinted with permission from The Bloody Mary, copyright © 2017 by Brian Bartels. Published by Ten Speed Press, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC. Photographs copyright © 2017 by Eric Medsker
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dry-roasted peanuts
- 12 ounces vodka or blanco tequila
Servings: ounces (enough for 6 drinks)
Instructions
- Combine the peanuts and vodka in a sealed container and let sit for 2 or 3 hours at room temperature. Pass through a fine-mesh strainer. Store in a glass bottle or a nonreactive container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
