CUCUMBER MARTINI

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Begin by making this a day ahead. Serve with a platter of Oysters on the half shell. This recipe comes from the November 2008 issue of Bon Appetit, courtesy of Southpark Seafood Grill & Wine Bar in Portland, Oregon.

Provided by Mary Close

Categories     Beverages

Time P1DT5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups gin
1 (9 ounce) cucumbers, cut into 1/3 inch thick slices
6 slices cucumbers (thin slices, for garnish)
2 tablespoons dry vermouth

Steps:

  • Mix gin and thick cucumber slices in pitcher. Cover and chill overnight or up to 3 days.
  • Strain gin, discarding thick cucumber slices. Pour half of gin into cocktail shaker. Add 1 tablespoon vermouth, then fill shaker with ice. Shake vigorously; strain into three glasses. Repeat with remaining gin and vermouth.
  • Garnish with thin cucumber slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154, Fat 0.1, Sodium 2.1, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.9, Protein 0.3

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