Orange Martini

What could be more refreshing than orange sorbet? How about an orange martini? Perhaps it’s a toss-up. Whichever you’re in the mood for, each can be made in a jiffy. Your palate never had it so good!

Juice from 2 Valencia oranges (1 if very juicy)

1/2 oz. triple sec

2 oz. vodka

Dash orange bitters (optional)

1 thin strip (without pith) cut from orange horizontally

Combine first 4 ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ample

crushed ice and shake. Strain into a martini glass.

Tie strip in a loose knot to place on rim of glass for garnish

Photographer Bill Brady http://bit.ly/9wFYxm