Juniper and Tonic

Directions

1. 1
   In a small saucepan, combine sugar, 1 cup water and juniper berries.
2. 2
   Simmer gently for 20 minutes.
3. 3
   Let stand uncovered, 4 hours.
4. 4
   Strain.
5. 5
   In a cocktail shaker, combine lime juice and juniper syrup.
6. 6
   Pour into ice-filled highball glasses.
7. 7
   Top with tonic water.
8. 8
   Serve, garnished with lime slices.