Anise-Cumin-Fennel Aquavit

Ingredients :

2 tsp anise
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp fennel
1 3/4 liters potato vodka
1 tsp granulated sugar

Method :

* Crush the anise, cumin, and fennel with bottom of heavy skillet. Place in glass jar. Pour vodka into jar. Cover, and let stand at room temperature for 3 weeks.

* Strain vodka through cheesecloth. Discard solids, and carefully pour infused vodka back into original bottle. Keep infused aquavit in freezer until ready to serve. Serve chilled, directly from freezer.

* This recipe yields 1 3/4 liters flavored aquavit.