Pink Martini
- Glass
- Coupe
- Difficulty
- Easy
- ABV
- ~18%
Ingredients
- 2 ozvodka60 ml
- ¾ ozst-germain elderflower liqueur22.5 ml
- ¾ ozcocchi rosa22.5 ml
- ½ ozfresh lemon juice15 ml
Instructions
Add the vodka, St-Germain, Cocchi Rosa, and fresh lemon juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until well-chilled. Double-strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass. Express a lemon twist over the surface and garnish with a fresh raspberry or rose petal.
Sips & Tips
Technique
Shake hard for a silky texture. The combination of St-Germain and Cocchi Rosa benefits from vigorous shaking — 10 to 12 seconds with plenty of ice ensures proper dilution and a velvety mouthfeel. Double-strain through a fine mesh strainer to catch any ice shards; this drink should be pristine in the glass.
Balance
This elegant, floral-forward martini is a beautiful marriage of crisp vodka, elderflower sweetness, and the bright rose notes of Cocchi Rosa. It strikes a lovely balance — botanical and refreshing without being overly sweet. Fresh lemon juice is essential to brighten the drink and keep it from feeling heavy.
History
The Pink Martini is a modern creation that draws on the tradition of floral, elegant cocktails. It showcases two of the most exciting modifiers in the contemporary bar — St-Germain elderflower liqueur and Cocchi Rosa — pairing them with vodka's clean canvas and fresh citrus for a drink that feels both timeless and thoroughly modern.
A gorgeous drink for any occasion that calls for something beautiful and refined. The pale pink hue, the floral aromatics, the silky texture — this is a cocktail that makes an entrance. Cheers.
Variations
Raspberry Pink Martini
Muddle 2–3 fresh raspberries in the shaker before adding the other ingredients.
Sparkling Pink Martini
Top the finished drink with 1–2 oz chilled Prosecco or Cava for a festive version.
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Pink Martini
Glass: Coupe | Difficulty: Easy | ABV: ~18%
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- ¾ oz st-germain elderflower liqueur
- ¾ oz cocchi rosa
- ½ oz fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Add the vodka, St-Germain, Cocchi Rosa, and fresh lemon juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until well-chilled. Double-strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass. Express a lemon twist over the surface and garnish with a fresh raspberry or rose petal.