The Meadow Martini

Directions

1. 1
   Gently crush the peppercorns with the flat edge of a kitchen knife.
2. 2
   Combine the peppercorns and gin in a glass beaker or jar.
3. 3
   Allow the peppercorns to infuse into the gin for 5 to 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, put the salt on a flat plate.
5. 5
   Rub the rims of two martini glasses with the lemon wedge.
6. 6
   Place each glass upside down on the plate to rim it with salt, then place in the freezer for at least 5 minutes.
7. 7
   To make the cocktail, put one scoop of ice cubes in a shaker and strain the gin over the ice.
8. 8
   Allow to stand for 15 seconds, then very gently stir for 5 seconds.
9. 9
   Allow to stand for another 15 seconds.
10. 10
    Remove the martini glasses from the freezer, gently stir the gin again, and strain it into the glasses.
11. 11
    Serve.