Ingredients
Method
Ginger Simple Syrup
- Add sugar and water to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Add sliced ginger and reduce to a simmer. Let it simmer for 4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to steep until fully cooled.
- Strain out the ginger before using.
To Make the Martini
- Add the gin, Aperol, sorrel infusion, and ginger simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake without ice to combine the ingredients.
- For a colder martini, add ice and shake again until chilled.
- Strain into a martini glass and garnish with food-grade dried hibiscus flowers, if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
Sorrel infusion: Steep 3 tablespoons dried sorrel in 2 ounces hot water. Allow to cool, then strain before using.
Using prepared sorrel drink: You can substitute your regular homemade sorrel drink for the infusion. Since it's already sweetened and spiced, adjust the ginger syrup to taste.
