This week's #SundaySupper event is a DIYers dream. 'Gifts from the Kitchen' is the theme for the event, so we're sharing recipes for homemade holiday presents. I've made and think these would make great gifts, too: Salted Caramel Sauce, Gin-Drizzled Gravlax, Cranberry-Clementine Infused Gin, Stone Fruit Jams, and Quick Pickled Asparagus.
But today, I'm sharing a recipe for Boozy Olives; I had intended to make Homemade Cocktail Onions, too, but life has been more chaotic than usual and I am still between two kitchens. I'll post the cocktail onion recipe later.
For the olives, go for a variety of colors. I used the green Castelvetrano, purple Alfonso, and black Niçoise. Be forewarned, this recipe takes 2 weeks to age; so, make them now to have them ready in time for the holidays. Cheers!
- 4 C olives
- 1 1/2 C gin (I prefer Hendricks)
- 1/4 C dry vermouth
- 2" piece of Buddha's Hand Citron (click to read about Buddha's Hand), thinly sliced
- juice from 1 lemon
- 1 t mixed peppercorns
Procedure
Combine all ingredients plus 1 C water in a large mixing bowl. Make sure the olives are completely submerged. Let stand for at least 2 hours. Divide into smaller jars. Pour the liquid over the olives. Cap the jars. Wait 2 weeks and enjoy.
Here's what the rest of the crew made...I have so many things on my to-make list now! Totally inspired.
Here's what the rest of the crew made...I have so many things on my to-make list now! Totally inspired.
- Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate by Supper for a Steal
- Cranberry Infused Vodka by The Redhead Baker
- Cranberry Pomegrante Vodka by Recipes, Food and Cooking
- Creamy Coconut Liqueur by Manu's Menu
- German Egg Liqueur (Eierlikör) by Magnolia Days
- Holiday Sangria Surprise by Momma's Meals
- Homemade Kahlua by Country Girl in the Village
- Homemade Organic Lavender Honey by An Appealing Plan
- Homemade Pumpernickel Bread by The Foodie Army Wife
- Pumpkin Beer Bread Gift Basket by The Girl in The Little Red Kitchen
- Boozy Olives by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Cookie Butter Puppy Chow by Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen
- Reindeer Snack Mix by MealDiva
- Butterscotch Sauce {Low Carb} by Nosh My Way
- Cranberry Hatch Chile Salsa by The Texan New Yorker
- Ginger Jam by What Smells So Good?
- Lemon Ginger Marmalade by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
- Microwave Caramel Sauce by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Slow Cooker Apple Butter by Shockingly Delicious
- Sweet-Hot Red Pepper Jam by Delaware Girl Eats
- Creole Jambalaya Mix by Nik Snacks
- Gingerbread Hot Chocolate Mix by Feed Me, Seymour
- Homemade Brownie Mix in a Jar by The Perfect Brownie
- Homemade Sazon Seasoning by The Little Ferraro Kitchen
- Skinny Mocha Latte Mix by Cindy's Recipes and Writings
- Assorted Macaroons by Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Bacon & Mixed Nuts Caramel Corn by Brunch with Joy
- Brandy Truffles by Food Lust People Love
- Carob Peanut Butter Cups by Pies and Plots
- Chocolate Cranberry Nut Candy by Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Cinnamon Candied Pecans by Noshing With The Nolands
- Coconut Oil White Chocolate + Chocolate Chip Cookies by Wallflour Girl
- Ho Ho Oreo Bark by Seduction in the Kitchen
- Homemade Marshmallows by Curious Cuisiniere
- Maple Chocolates by Jane's Adventures in Dinner
- Matcha Green Tea Holiday Wreath Cookies by NinjaBaker
- White Chocolate Lollipops by The Life and Loves of Grumpy's Honeybunch
- White Christmas Fudge by Rhubarb and Honey
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I making this just as a gift to myself (and maybe some other folks too). I can already taste a martini made with these olives. Oh yes!
ReplyDeleteI know, right?!? It's 5 o'clock somewhere.
DeleteOh this would be a perfect gift for some Martnini lovers I know :)
ReplyDeleteI agree. ;)
DeleteI couldn't get here fast enough to check these out. I am a traditional martini gal. No fruits or fluff, just a straight up dry martini on the rocks with an olive or two. I have to make these olives for sure, great recipe!!
ReplyDeleteYep. I'm a plain jane martini gal myself.
DeleteI love all things olives! It is like the trifecta of goodness. I can't wait to try this out. Yum!
ReplyDeleteI like that "the trifecta of goodness."
DeleteWow! What a great gift idea! So creative!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I need to make more.
DeleteOh, my gosh, I need to make a batch for my dad ASAP! What a terrific hostess gift, too.
ReplyDeleteAnd so, so easy, Liz.
DeleteYour gift would definitely put friends and family in good spirits, Camilla! Tee hee =) Seriously, delicious looking and sounding!
ReplyDeleteOMG! These are drool worthy! Booze olives- these will be on my holiday table this year!
ReplyDeleteI have a friend who would eat all five jars! maybe even in one night....
ReplyDeleteBooze and olives - my two favorite things!!
ReplyDeleteOoh boy, I;d better start this now!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to try these with sharp cheese!
ReplyDeleteI would never thought to mix olives and alcohol. What a fun treat!
ReplyDeleteSo, if I ate the entire jar in one sitting, would I be intoxicated? It's a fair question, because I think that's what would happen if I were gifted a jar of these beautiful olives. What a terrific unique idea, I love it!
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