Mango and Tarragon Martini

• 1 medium mangopeeled, pitted and choppedplus 1 triangular piece of mango skin for garnish (optional)
• 12 tarragon leaves, plus 2 leaves for garnish
• Ice
• 2 1/2 ounces vodka
• 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 ounce Rich Simple Syrup

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mango.
2. Smack the 12 tarragon leaves over the shaker.
3. Add them to the shaker with all of the remaining ingredients except the garnishes; shake well.
4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
5. Garnish with the mango skin.
6. Smack the remaining tarragon over the drink and add it to the drink.

mango, tarragon, vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/mango-and-tarragon-martini-cocktails-2010 (may not work)