Cocktail : Heart-Shaped Box

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HEART - SHAPED BOX Looking for a modern twist on the classic Pimm’s Cup? The "Heart-Shaped Box" is a heady and delightful variation inspired by a Nirvana song! This Valentine's Day-hued drink combines the fruity Pimm’s No. 1 with sweet raspberries, zesty lemongrass, a splash of gin, and a refreshing twist of lime INGREDIENTS: 1 Handful Raspberries 2 Cucumber Slices 1½ Oz Pimm’s No. 1 ½ Gin 1⁄4 Oz Lime Juice ¼ Oz Lemongrass Syrup Bitter Lemon Soda (preferably Fever Tree), to top GARNISH: Raspberries on a bamboo skewer DIRECTIONS: In a mixing tin, muddle raspberries with cucumber slices. Add Pimm ’ s, gin, lime juice, and lemongrass syrup. Shake, then double strain into a tall Collins glass. Top with lemon soda. Garnish w ith raspberries on a bamboo skewer. Note: To make lemongrass syrup, combine 1 part water, 1 part granulated sugar, and 4 lemongrass stalks in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Let cool to room temperature, then strain out lemongrass. Use or transfer to an airtight jar. Syrup will keep in the refrigerator for 1 month.