Cool summer drink for the ladies!!

I ran across this drink today and omg it looks sooo delicious! I am always looking for new recipes and i rarely find ones that catch my eye, so when i spotted this one I just had to share :) Now I am not much of an alcohol drinker unless it is sweet LOL. This seems like it would be so refreshing on a hot summer day, who doesn't like strawberries?? yummm

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE MARTINI
Source: Adapted from: My Life As A Mrs
Serves 5


Ingredients:

For the Strawberry Puree (enough for 5 martinis):
16 ounces frozen whole strawberries
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice

For the Strawberry Shortcake Martini:
2 ounces cake flavored vodka
3 ounces of strawberry puree
fresh whipped cream and a strawberry, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

For the Strawberry Puree:Simmer for 10 minutes until sugar is dissolved and fruit is softened. Allow to cool and blend vigorously until smooth. If there are any pulp/seeds left, strain through a fine mesh strainer.

For the Strawberry Shortcake Martini:
Place ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously until chilled. Pour into a martini glass and top with (optional) dallop of fresh whipped cream, and garnish with a sliced strawberry.