Lychee Martini with Ginger and Lime

**Make the Ginger Syrup (Optional but Recommended):** In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 2 inches of peeled and sliced fresh ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and let steep for another 30 minutes. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve, discarding the ginger. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Chill a martini glass or coupe glass in the freezer for at least 10 minutes.

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

Add the lychee liqueur, vodka, lime juice, and ginger syrup to the shaker.

Close the shaker tightly and shake well for 15-20 seconds, until the shaker is well-chilled.

Strain the martini into the chilled glass.

Garnish with 2 lychees on a cocktail pick or skewered together.