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A Cozy Night in Moscow: Infused Vodka Bottles From "Weekend Entertaining" episode WKE-202

Create a great party favor that embellishes the Russian theme with Infused Vodka in small bottles.

This party is rated 2 on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the most difficult, and is geared toward the skills of a frequent entertainer.

Hourly Breakdown

Total Prep Time -- 9 hours
Infused Vodka Bottles -- 2 hours

Materials for Infused Vodka for Each Guest --

4 oz. cobalt blue glass bottles with lids (1 per couple)
Basket or other container (large enough for the blue bottles)
Silver foil
Stylus
Glass and bead adhesive
Scissors
Silver paint pen
Decorative rings
Vodka and infusing ingredients: peaches, vanilla beans, star anise, garlic and chipotle chilies
Funnel

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C

Infused Vodka

Note: You can make these a couple of days before the party so the flavor has a chance to infuse the Vodka.

1. Cut three labels measuring 3" x 5" out of the silver foil. Fold each edge over slightly to prevent sharp edges.

2. Use the larger side of the stylus to write the vodka flavor, party name and party date on the foil (figure A). You will need to press hard.

3. Adhere the foil label to the bottle with glass and bead glue, curving it so it will lay flat against the curved side of the bottle. You can smooth the edges with the stylus.

4. Finish the bottle off by attaching decorative silver rings around the neck of the bottle (figure B).

5. Use the following flavors for the vodka:
   • Peaches and vanilla are good for a Vodka Spritzer and could be combined with tonic or club soda.

   • Star anise for a cool licorice flavor could be served on ice.

   • Chipotle and garlic infusion would make a spicy Bloody Mary.

6. Place ingredients in the bottles and then use a funnel to add the Vodka.

7. Use a silver paint pen to write the flavor on the bottom of each bottle (figure C). Then, place the bottles in the baskets.

   Expert Tip: An interesting twist instead of doing favors at a party might be creating something that the guests can take home with them as a long-lasting memory of your party.

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