Iconic cocktails for your summer signature drink. The Martini is always a true favorite. Today’s wide variety of flavored gins/vodkas and a dry vermouth will add sophistication to any cocktail. I have added below a quick recipe that can be quickly integrated into a summer cocktail of your choice!

Lavender simple syrup:

add 1/2 cup of sugar

1/2 cup of water

about 6 sprigs of Lavender depending on your style/preference

Martini Time

1/2 cup squeezed fresh lemon.

4 oz. of vodka/gin chilled of your choice

now for the final touches lets add: sugar for rimming, additional lavender sprigs, lemon slices halved

Simple syrup instructions: all ingredients added on stove top and bring to a boil. Let simmer and add lavender sprig. next, let this sit and as it cools down completely you can begin to prep your glasses with sugar rim. Your choice of glasses I use a coupe or a martini glass.

Next, pour ingredients into your favorite cocktail shaker! SHAKE , SHAKE until it gets pretty cold. Serve and garnish! enjoy this beautiful yet sophisticated cocktail!