Tomato Slice

• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup agave
• 2 ounces fresh Roma tomato water (not canned juice), see Cook's Note
• 1 1/2 ounces Basil-Infused Vodka, recipe follows
• 1 leaf fresh basil, for garnish
• One 750-milliliter bottle vodka
• 1 bunch fresh basil leaves

1. For the balsamic vinegar and agave nectar glaze: Put the balsamic vinegar and agave in a small saucepan over medium heat.
2. Bring to a simmer and cook until the mixture comes together and thickens.
3. Set aside to cool slightly.
4. Rim a cocktail glass with the glaze.
5. For the tomato slice: Add the fresh tomato water and Basil-Infused Vodka to a cocktail shaker, add large ice cubes, shake vigorously and double-strain into the prepared glass.
6. Add the foam on top, garnish with the basil leaf and serve.
7. Combine the vodka and basil leaves and let steep for at least 2 days.
8. Strain out the basil before serving.
9. Yield: 750 milliliters.

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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/geoffrey-zakarian/tomato-slice.html (may not work)