Ingredients
2 oz vodka
2 oz ginger syrup (recipe below)
3-6 fresh mint leaves
1/2 lime, juiced (about 1 oz)
for Ginger Syrup
4 cups water
small piece of fresh ginger (about 4" long), peeled and sliced into coins
2 cups sugar (or granulated Splenda)
Preparation
To a martini shaker, add the vodka, ginger syrup, mint and lime juice. Shake and serve in a chilled martini glass
To make ginger syrup: In a small saucepan add the water, ginger and sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. Continue to heat on simmer to make a simple syrup, about 20 minutes. When ready, remove from heat, strain and transfer to a glass container and allow to cool to room temperature.
