Strawberry Martini
An easy fresh fruit cocktail, featuring a homemade strawberry syrup, can be scaled up to a pitcher for summer gatherings.
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Instructions
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Combine water and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat; stir until dissolved.
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Add strawberries, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring and breaking up strawberries until they break down and the syrup is bright red and flavorful.
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Remove from heat, then cool completely.
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Strain the cooled syrup through a fine mesh sieve into an airtight container.
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Pour gin, lemon juice, and strawberry syrup into a cocktail shaker.
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Fill the shaker three-quarters full with ice and shake for about 15 seconds until well-chilled and combined.
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Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
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Garnish with a sliced strawberry on the rim.