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This cocktail is best in early August when apricots are fresh and tender, and lavender is in season at the markets. The beautiful color and delicate nature of the apricots, along with the dreamlike lavender makes this drink fit for a princess, which is why we named it so.

For the Apricot Nectar:
8 apricots
2 tablespoons agave nectar
Juice of 1 lime

To Assemble:
2 ounces gin
1 sprig lavender, finely chopped
1 teaspoon rose water
Ice Martini shaker

Prepare the apricot nectar by boiling the apricots for about 5 minutes, or until soft. Drain and remove the pits. Blend the apricots, agave nectar, and lime juice in a mini electric blender into a puree and strain if necessary. You will have enough nectar for at least 4 drinks, or you can use 1 recipe's (2 drinks) worth and enjoy the nectar with soda water or by itself in the morning.

Combine the gin, lavender, rose water, and 2 ounces of apricot nectar in a martini shaker with ice and shake up very well. Strain into 2 separate martini glasses.