Red Passion

1. 1

   In a blender, combine the strawberries, Cilantro Syrup, rose water, and grenadine and process until well blended and smooth, 15 to 20 seconds.

2. 2

   Pour the strawberry puree into a large martini glass.

3. 3

   Put 3/4 cup ice into a cocktail shaker and add the grapefruit juice, lime juice, Triple Sec, and tequila.

4. 4

   Shake well for 10 seconds to chill the ingredients.

5. 5

   Strain into the martini glass over the strawberry puree.

6. 6

   Garnish with cilantro sprig.

7. 7

   In a 1-quart saucepan, combine the sugar and water and heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.

8. 8

   Once the sugar has dissolved and the syrup is hot, remove from the heat and add the chopped cilantro to the pan.

9. 9

   Allow the syrup to cool for 15 minutes, then strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve.

10. 10

    Discard the solids.

11. 11

    The syrup may be made up to 2 weeks in advance and refrigerated in an airtight container until ready to use.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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