Ginger, Lemon, and Lime Martini

Ingredients

• 1 piece ginger fresh diced peeled
• 4 servings ice cubes 
• 1 large lime sliced into 4 1/ slices
• 0.5 cup juice of lime fresh (from 4 large limes)
• 0.5 cup seltzer water chilled
• 1 cup sugar 
• 1 cup vodka lemon-flavored
• 1 cup water 

Equipment

• frying pan
• sauce pan

Directions

1. Cut each lime slice in quarters and place into 16 ice cube molds.
2. Combine the water and lime juice and pour over the lime slices. Freeze for at least 4 hours until frozen.
3. For the syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and ginger over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool, about 20 minutes. Cover the pan and refrigerate for 4 hours.
5. Chill 4 martini glasses in the freezer. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
6. Add the vodka, ginger syrup, and sparkling water. Shake for 10 seconds and strain the mixture into the prepared glasses.
7. Place 1 to 2 lime-flavored ice cubes in each glass and serve.