I would grind it and then immediately add the vodka to it. Taken from the Black Pepper quickview lesson: “Uses of Black Pepper Black pepper is a fantastic medicinal herb. However, to receive its benefits, the pepper must be ground fresh, as the strength of the medicine diminishes rapidly once ground. If making a tincture with black pepper, grind and add vodka immediately. Pepper has antibacterial, antiviral and immune-stimulating properties and can serve as a tonic for the body.”

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