The Great Pumpkin

Gettin' Figgy with It

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INGREDIENTS

for the thyme simple syrup • 6-8 thyme sprigs • ½ cup granulated sugar • ½ cup water for the cocktail • ½ oz. thyme simple syrup • 3 large mission figs • 1 oz. gin or vodka • 2 oz. dry hard cider • ½ oz. lemon juice, fresh • club soda • fig slices for garnish

METHOD

Bring sugar and water to a boil, stir frequently. Reduce heat, let simmer for 5 minutes. Remove and add thyme sprigs. Steep for 5 minutes. Remove sprigs and discard, strain syrup to remove stems. Let cool completely.

In a mixing tin, combine gin (or vodka), lemon juice, simple syrup, and figs. Muddle well! Strain into separate tin. Add ice, cider and a splash of club soda. Strain mixture into martini glass and garnish with a fig slice.