Pacific Northwest: Taste

Cassis Bistro Meyer Lemon Drop Makes about 1 quart Meyer lemons are a particularly mild and sunny variety of citrus fruit; they can be found in season at Sosio's produce in Pike Place Market and at better grocery stores. If Meyer lemons are not available, use other lemons.

3 cups vodka 2 cups chopped Meyer lemons 1 cup simple syrup (made from equal parts sugar and water) In a wide-mouth jar with a close-fitting lid, combine the vodka, lemon and simple syrup and allow the mixture to stand for a week or two. To serve, strain an ounce or two per serving, shake with ice, pour into a chilled martini glass with a sugared rim and garnish with a tiny lemon wedge.