When in Las Vegas, do stop by BOA Steakhouse in the Forum Shops at Caesar’s Palace for a fabulous meal and perhaps the best cocktail I’ve ever had – the BOA 405.  Here’s how to make this fab drink at home.

BOA 405

Ingredients:

• 2 strawberries
• 1 1/2 ounces vodka
• 1/2 ounce simple syrup
• 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
• 1 dash balsamic vinegar
• 1 pinch of coarsely cracked black pepper
• 1 strawberry for garnish

Directions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the strawberries and syrup.
2. Add the vodka, lemon juice, vinegar and ice and shake well.
3. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with pepper and strawberry.