Cucumber Basil Martini

1. 1

   In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar in the hot water.

2. 2

   Press the grated ginger through a fine strainer set over the bowl, releasing the juice.

3. 3

   In a cocktail shaker, muddle the diced cucumber with the 2 torn basil leaves.

4. 4

   Add the ginger syrup, gin, lime juice and a handful of ice.

5. 5

   Shake well, then strain into a martini glass.

6. 6

   Garnish the martini with a cucumber slice and the remaining whole basil leaf and serve.

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