Just as I was wondering what on earth I would do with all of the basil, oregano, and chives in my garden, here came a note from Ginny M. of Minnesota: “I love using flavored vinegars. How can I make my own?” Her note reminded me that herb vinegars are so easy to make, but also that the holidays aren’t many months away. Flavor-infused vinegars make elegant gifts. To get started, you’ll need fresh herbs (mint, basil, tarragon, dill, oregano, and chives), clean glass jars with lids, and plain white distilled vinegar. Eventually, you’ll also need decorative containers, such as bottles or jars, for your finished vinegar. Empty, cleaned wine bottles make great presentation containers for homemade infused vinegar. Sterilize all of your glass containers by boiling them with the lids removed for 10 minutes. You want to inhibit the growth of microorganisms that can cloud vinegars. Herb Vinegar Wash …