Ginger and Apple Martinis (Giada De Laurentiis) |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 5 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
1 1/3 cups ginger simple syrup, recipe follows |
1 1/2 cups 100% apple juice, chilled |
1 cup dark rum, chilled |
1/2 cup club soda or sparkling water, chilled |
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1 green or red apple, unpeeled, cored and thinly sliced |
1 cup sugar |
1 cup water |
1 (2-inch) piece of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped |
Directions:
1. In a pitcher, combine the simple syrup, apple juice, rum, and sparkling water. To serve, fill a martini shaker with ice and add about 1 cup of the rum mixture. Shake well and pour into martini glasses. Garnish with apple slices and serve.
2. Ginger Simple Syrup:
3. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and ginger over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool, about 20 minutes. Strain before using.
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