Basil Cucumber Martini

1. 1

   In a small bowl mix sugar and the hot water together. Using a fine strainer, press the fresh ginger through the strainer over the bowl to release it's juices.

2. 2

   In a shaker muddle 2 basil leaves (torn) with the cucumber until mashed well.

3. 3

   Mix in the vodka or gin, the ginger simple syrup, fresh lime juice, and ice. Shake well and strain in chilled martini glass or over rocks. Garnish with a whole basil leaf and a thin slice of cucumber.

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