Black Pepper Vodka

Vodka infused with black peppercorns (most commonly Madagascar, Sichuan/Szechuan, and Tellicherry varieties), sometimes augmented with fresh chili peppers. Profile is savory-spicy with peppercorn aromatics dominating: dried fruit notes from the peppercorn hull, mild capsaicin warmth, and a long peppery finish. Distinct from chili-pepper vodka in that capsaicin heat is secondary to peppercorn aromatics. Primary use is in savory cocktails (Bloody Mary, oyster shooter, peppered martini).