Tea Time Flip

Directions

1. 1
   To infuse the gin with tea: Put the gin and earl grey tea in a non-reactive container; stir to combine.
2. 2
   Cover and set aside to steep for 1 hour.
3. 3
   Strain without pressing down the leaves.
4. 4
   The infused gin will keep, covered, for up to 3 weeks.
5. 5
   Whisk the egg white powder and warm water in a small bowl until smooth and frothy.
6. 6
   Fill a cocktail shaker two-thirds full of ice and add 1 1/2 ounces of the infused gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white mixture.
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   Cover and shake vigorously until thoroughly mixed and chilled, about 30 seconds.
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   (In general, the drink is ready by the time the shaker mists up.)
9. 9
   Fill the bottom of a martini glass with maraschino syrup.
10. 10
    Strain cocktail into the glass to float on top of syrup.
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    Drop in the lemon twist.
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    Drink.
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    1 cup sugar
14. 14
    1 cup water
15. 15
    Put the sugar and water in a small saucepan.
16. 16
    Cook over low heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
17. 17
    (Alternatively, heat in the microwave.)
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    Let come to room temperature and store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to a month.
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    Yield: 2 cups