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Cherry Martini

1/2 teaspoon cherry-flavored syrup

1 maraschino cherry

2 teaspoons chopped papaya or mango

1 ounce vodka

Small ice cubes or crushed ice

Pour the cherry-flavored syrup in a martini glass and place the cherry on top. Top with papaya or mango. Carefully pour the vodka over the fruit. Top with a bit of ice.

Serves one.

Better Homes and Gardens magazine, December 1999