Apple and thyme martini

Method

Apple and thyme martini

Special equipment: melon baller

For the martini:

1) Chill the martini glasses.

2) Fill the shaker with ice. Combine the vodka, apple juice, and thyme syrup in a martini shaker. Shake for about 10 secs. Divide between the 4 chilled martini glasses.

3) Use the melon baller to scoop out small balls of apple. Place 3 balls of apple and 1 sprig of thyme in each glass for garnish. Serve immediately.

For the thyme simple syrup:

1) In a saucepan combine sugar, water, and thyme over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 mins.

2) Take the pan off the heat and cool the syrup. Any extra cooled syrup can be saved in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Yield: 240ml
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins