Cranberry Martini
This cranberry martini is as delightful as it is visually stunning. It’s the perfect winter cocktail, ideal for Christmas celebrations or New Year’s Eve toasts. Despite its magenta hue and classic martini glass, this drink is distinct from a cosmopolitan. While both feature vodka, cranberry, and lime juice, this recipe takes a unique approach. It incorporates homemade ginger-infused simple syrup for a fresh, spicy kick and dry vermouth to balance the sweetness. Garnish with a few frozen cranberries—they’ll hint at the flavors inside while keeping the martini perfectly chilled.
Ingredients
For the Ginger Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced peeled ginger
For the Martini:
- 3 oz. unsweetened cranberry juice
- 1 oz. ginger simple syrup
- 1 1/2 oz. vodka
- 1 oz. dry (white) vermouth
- 1/2 oz. lime juice
- Fresh or frozen cranberries, to garnish
- Lime twist, to garnish
Instructions
- For the simple syrup: In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the sugar and water. Once simmering, stir well to dissolve the sugar, then add the ginger. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes. Cover, remove from the heat, and let sit for 45 minutes. Strain out the ginger and let the syrup cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- For the martini: In a cocktail shaker filled half full with ice, combine the cranberry juice, ginger simple syrup, vodka, vermouth, and lime juice. Cover and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a few fresh or frozen cranberries and a lime twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 1067kcalCarbohydrates: 244gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 39mgPotassium: 378mgFiber: 2gSugar: 233gCalcium: 47mgIron: 2mg
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