Green Apple Martini

INGREDIENTS

1 large Granny Smith apple
80mL gin
30mL simple syrup
15mL elderflower liquor like St. Germain
1 large lime

METHOD

1. Slice apple in half and cut a slice out for garnish, and set aside with some lime juice on to prevent browning.
2. Shred, or finely dice the rest of the apple.
3. Place apple into cocktail shaker and muddle to mash the apple.
4. Add the lime juice and muddle some more.
5. Add the gin, liquor, and ice and shake vigorously.
6. Double strain into a martini glass, and garnish with 2 apple slices.