Best Mint Ginger Caipiroska Recipes

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MINT-GINGER CAIPIROSKA



Mint-Ginger Caipiroska image

All kinds of cocktails perk up when herbs are added to the mix. The key to extracting the herbs' flavors and fragrant oils is muddling -- done with a traditional bar tool (that's similar to a mortar and pestle but gentler on delicate leaves) or the end of a wooden spoon. Try these cocktails: Cilantro Negroni, Tequila-Thyme Lemonade, Basil French 75

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 slices fresh ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons superfine sugar
5 mint sprigs
4 ounces vodka
Ice

Steps:

  • Muddle ginger with sugar in a glass. Add mint sprigs. Muddle until fragrant. Add vodka and ice. Garnish with mint. Stir.

BASIL FRENCH 75



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All kinds of cocktails perk up when herbs are added to the mix. The key to extracting the herbs' flavors and fragrant oils is muddling -- done with a traditional bar tool (that's similar to a mortar and pestle but gentler on delicate leaves) or the end of a wooden spoon. Try these cocktails: Mint-Ginger Caipiroska, Cilantro Negroni, Tequila-Thyme Lemonade

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Cocktail Recipes

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 basil leaves
1 teaspoon superfine sugar
2 ounces gin
1/2 ounce lemon juice
Ice
4 ounces Champagne

Steps:

  • Muddle basil leaves with sugar in a shaker. Add gin, lemon juice, and ice. Shake, and strain. Add ice and Champagne.

STRAWBERRY-GINGER CAIPIROSKA



Strawberry-Ginger Caipiroska image

The vodka-based caipiroska is a close cousin to Brazil's most famous drink, the caipirinha, which is made with cachaça. The classic caipiroska is just mint, ice, and vodka but it can be made with any fruit and strawberries are particularly good; they bring sweetness to this refreshing cocktail.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 strawberries, hulled and quartered
6 fresh mint leaves, plus sprig for garnish
2 thin slices lime
1/2 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup cracked ice
2 ounces vodka

Steps:

  • PPlace strawberries, mint leaves, lime, and ginger in a cocktail shaker; sprinkle with sugar. Muddle mixture until strawberries are almost pureed. Add ice and vodka and shake until mixture is cold and outside of shaker is frosty, about 30 seconds. Pour into a Collins glass and garnish with mint sprig.

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