Kiwi Cooler Recipe

This easy one-bottle cocktail is cooling and a little unusual. Sweet kiwi is accented with the slightly licoricey flavor of tarragon. Gin is the perfect addition, with its herbal notes tying into the tarragon's flavor. Tart lime and soda make it extra refreshing. A tarragon frond garnish emphasizes the herb's aroma.

I don't mind the little black seeds that fall to the bottom of this drink—they help you remember that you're drinking a kiwi—but feel free to use a fine strainer if you want to remove them.

Note: To make simple syrup, combine 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Cool before using. Simple syrup will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If your kiwi is super-sweet, you might not need the full half ounce called for here.