LITTLE BIRD

If you're in the mood for something a little fruiter, give this one a shot. It's light, well-balanced, and looks great while you're drinking it. Pineapple and strawberry make it like a little vacation in a glass, while St. Germain gives it a floral lift. Pick up some fresh fruit and get to muddling. 

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Prep time: 20 minutes

Makes 1 cocktail

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Ingredients: 

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1+1/2 oz gin ⠀
1/4 oz St. Germain ⠀
1/2 oz lemon juice ⠀
1/4 oz simple syrup (or to taste if your fruit is under-ripe)⠀
2 one-inch pineapple cubes⠀
1 large strawberry, quartered⠀
Pineapple frond for garnish⠀

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Instructions:

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1.) To make your simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water on the stove and heat on medium, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. 

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2.) Add pineapple and strawberry pieces to your cocktail shaker with simple syrup and lemon juice. Muddle the fruit by pressing it in quarter turns to release the ~juices~. Add gin and St. Germain and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until very cold. Double strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass and garnish with a pineapple frond. Enjoy :) 

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