Balsamic Basil Strawberry Martini

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This is one of my favorite drinks.  It is so lovely and such a nice drink to make when your strawberries are coming in.  Not that I have to figure out what to do with my strawberries but it is nice to relax after picking them with a drink.  



Below you can see some of the ingredients I use to make this martini.  You will also need vodka, basil simple syrup and some fresh ground black pepper.


Balsamic Basil Strawberry Martini
3 oz vodka 
1/2 oz basil simple syrup
muddled strawberries 
a nice splash of white balsamic vinegar
Shake like you never shook before
Pour into your martini glass
Grind some fresh black pepper into your glass
Garnish with strawberries and a few small basil leaves

Always remember you can make anything per YOUR taste.  I am not big on sweets so I do not use a lot of the simple syrup in my drink but if you like sweet drinks go for a bit more basil simple syrup.  

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