Sweet Pepper Martini

I am a huge fan of Mezzetta and an ardent fan of new twists on classic recipes. This vegan martini is just what the doctor ordered when you need a little spirit and spice in your life.
I am a huge fan of Mezzetta and an ardent fan of new twists on classic recipes. This vegan martini is just what the doctor ordered when you need a little spirit and spice in your life.

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Sweet Pepper Martini

Serves 2

Recipe courtesy of Mezzetta.com

Ingredients:

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• 1/4 cup Mezzetta Roasted Bell Pepper Strips

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• 1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice

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• 1/4 cup simple syrup or agave syrup

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• 2 strawberries, thinly sliced

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• 2 basil leaves, cut into strips

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• 1 dash Mezzetta California Hot Sauce

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• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

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• 1/2 cup vodka

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• 4 Mezzetta Sweet Cherry Peppers, to garnish

Directions:

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1. In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker add and muddle all of the ingredients except the vodka and cherry peppers.

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2. After muddling, fill the glass with ice and add the vodka. Shake vigorously.

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3. Strain the drink, using a fine mesh strainer, and pour into 2 martini glasses.

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4. Garnish with sweet cherry peppers.

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