Sous Vide Spiced Ground Cherry Infused Vodka Recipe

Ground cherries, or golden berries, are becoming more and more popular and are showing up at farmers markets everywhere. They have a sweet and tart flavor, similar to a tomatillo. They are often eaten raw or baked in pies and crumbles, but making an infusion with them allows them to last longer once the growing season nears its end. I add some nutmeg and ginger to round out the flavors and contribute some spiciness.

I like to serve this vodka as a mixer in sours or with Sprite or 7-Up, though it is versatile enough to work in many different cocktails. The post-infusion ground cherries are great as garnishes for drinks or for use in baked goods like muffins, bread, or pie.