Description
The Exotic Lychee Martini Recipe offers a tropical twist to traditional cocktails, blending the sweet and floral flavors of lychee with crisp vodka. This refreshing drink is perfect for special occasions and impresses guests with its vibrant taste and presentation. The recipe highlights the unique flavor profile of lychee, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an exotic cocktail experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- Primary Ingredients:
- 2 oz vodka (recommended: Ketel One or similar smooth vodka)
- 1 oz Grand Marnier (or other orange liqueur)
- 1 oz lychee juice or liqueur (such as Soho Lychee Liqueur)
- Fresh lime juice (to taste, approximately ½ oz)
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Butterfly pea flowers for color enhancement
- Garnishes:
- Fresh lychees
- Blueberries
- Optional: Mint sprigs, rosemary, or edible flowers for decoration
Instructions
Mixing Your Ingredients
- Preparation:
- Gather all ingredients, including vodka, lychee liqueur, fresh lime juice, and ice.
- If using canned lychees, drain and reserve some lychee juice for the cocktail.
- Combining Ingredients:
- In a cocktail shaker, combine:
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz Grand Marnier
- 1 oz lychee juice or liqueur
- Fresh lime juice (adjust to taste)
- Add ice to the shaker.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine:
Shaking Techniques for Optimal Chill
- Shaking:
- Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds to chill the mixture thoroughly.
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnishing:
- Garnish with fresh lychees and blueberries on a decorative cocktail pick.
- Optionally, add a sprig of mint or rosemary for an aromatic touch.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding simple syrup or reducing lychee liqueur.
- For a less sweet drink, increase lime juice or use fresh lychees instead of canned.
- Butterfly pea flowers can be used to create a stunning color-changing effect when mixed with citrus.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: NA
- Category: Cocktail, Tropical Drink
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Fusion/Exotic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 COCKTAIL
- Calories: 337
- Sugar: 10-15GR
- Sodium: Minimal
- Fat: 0GR
- Saturated Fat: 0GR
- Unsaturated Fat: 0gr
- Trans Fat: 0gr
- Carbohydrates: 10.20GR
- Fiber: min
- Protein: Minimal (<1g)
- Cholesterol: Minimal (from alcohol base)
Keywords: Lychee Martini Recipe, Tropical Cocktail, Exotic Drinks, Lychee Liqueur, Refreshing Martini