Recipe: French Martini
The French Martini is a modern, fruity twist on the classic Martini, offering a luxurious blend of vodka, raspberry liqueur, and pineapple juice. Despite its name, the French Martini originated in the 1980s in New York and gets its “French” flair from the use of Chambord, a black raspberry liqueur from France. It’s smooth, vibrant, and perfect as a stylish pre-dinner cocktail or a sweet nightcap.
French Martini Recipe (in ounces):
Ingredients:
- 2 oz vodka
- 0.5 oz Chambord (or other raspberry liqueur)
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- Garnish: fresh raspberry or lemon twist (optional)
Instructions:
Chill the glass:
Place a cocktail or Martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water while you prepare the drink.
Combine ingredients:
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz vodka, 0.5 oz Chambord, and 1 oz pineapple juice.
Shake well:
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, until well chilled and slightly frothy.
Strain:
Remove the chilled glass or discard the ice water. Strain the mixture into the glass.
Garnish (optional):
Top with a fresh raspberry or express a lemon twist over the surface and drop it in.
