Pine Needle Daiquiri

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   Pine Needle Bubbles:

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   Bring simple syrup and Douglas Fir needles to light simmer. Remove from heat, transfer to blender or food processor, and puree. Strain through fine-mesh chinois (strainer).

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   In small bowl, combine versawhip, xantham gum, and granulated sugar. Add to pine needle-simple syrup mixture and whisk to dissolve. Use low-powered emulsifier such as an immersion blender or whisk to whip mixture into bubbles.

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   Daiquiri:

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   In cocktail shaker combine rum, lime juice, and simple syrup. Add ice and shake vigorously 20 times. Slowly strain into martini glass then top with teaspoon of pine bubbles and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.