Raspberry Martini
3 ounces raspberry vodka
3 ounces fresh raspberry puree
Dash raspberry liqueur (NOT Raspberry Pucker)
Dash of simple syrup (recipe follows)
Pour all ingredients in a shaker over ice and shake vigorously.
Strain into a pre-chilled martini glass.
 

Ingredients, Raspberry Puree:
1 10-12 oz. package frozen raspberries, thawed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Kirsch or Cherry Brandy (optional)
 
 
Directions, Raspberry Puree:
In blender, combine thawed raspberries and their juices, lemon juice, sugar and brandy.
Puree. Strain in smallest holed sieve until only seeds remain in sieve. 


Simple Syrup
Makes about 2 1/2 cups
2 cups water
2 cups sugar
In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
Add the sugar and cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved, about 30 seconds.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer until just slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
Remove from the heat; set aside to cool. (May cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.)