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I think one of the world's greatest inventions is the blueberry lemon drop. A variation of the traditional lemon drop from the genus vodka and species martini, a blueberry martini utilizes blueberry flavored vodka in lieu of plain vodka. The subtle blueberry essence, when married with the sweet yet sour lemon drop base makes for a taste sensation. In other words, they're just damn good.

Another reason I enjoy the luscious blueberry lemon drop is that it reminds me of my sister. No, she's not a hopeless drinker (although maybe a hopeless stinker! ha ha!) it's that we shared a delightful evening at her home this summer sharing this particular cocktail. So drinking a freshly shaken, not stirred, martini makes me think of her.

Lastly, it's Friday night after a long week. The kids started school on Wednesday, and even though they enjoy being back at school, it's been a bit stressful getting us all back on a routine. So it was nice to come home, throw open the doors and window to enjoy the warm and sunny evening, make a drink, eat some cheese, garlic triscuits and green olives, and snuggle down in my favorite chair.

So let's raise our glasses to the blueberry martini! An unexpected variation on a classic, a tribute to our favorite small purple fruit, the breakfast of champions, and the sweet taste of sisterhood. Salut!