Life is a Grind – The Black Pepper Madtini

We’re huge pepper fans here at Madtini Labs and when one of our Lab Intoxicologists saw this recipe on Chow.com for a Black Pepper Martini, we knew we had to try it. Its the not the type of drink you can turn around in a few minutes so make sure you have enough time in advance to make the syrup. The taste comes through as sophisticated with a warm peppery aftertaste. Highly recommended.

Cheers and happy Sunday from Madtini Labs!

Black Pepper Martini

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 oz Gin
• 1/2 oz dry Vermouth
• 1/2 oz Black Peppercorn Syrup (recipe below)

Preparation
Combine all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Stir with a spoon, and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Black Peppercorn Syrup

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbspn whole peppercorns
• 1 tbspn cracked peppercorns

Preparation

• Combine the water, sugar and peppercorns in a small saucepan.
• Bring to a boil and then let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes
• Let the mixture cool to room temperature
• Store in a sealed container. Can last 2-4 weeks