Indulge in our Lychee Martini recipe for a taste of tropical elegance! This luscious cocktail is a must-try for any special occasion, made with vodka, lychee juice, and a splash of Triple Sec.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
2 minutes
Servings:
1
Calories:
266
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Vodka
- ½ oz lychee Liqueur
- ½ oz lychee juice
- ½ oz lychee syrup
- ½ oz white Vermouth
- Ice cubes
- Lychee fruit - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Martini Glass
- Cocktail Shaker
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
Instructions
- Chill Glass: Place your Martini glass in the freezer to chill.
- Add Lychee Syrup: Measure and pour ½ oz lychee syrup into the shaker.
- Add Lychee Juice: Measure and pour ½ oz lychee juice into the shaker.
- Add Liqueur: Add ½ oz lychee Liqueur to the mix.
- Add Vermouth: Add ½ oz white Vermouth to the mix.
- Add Vodka: Pour 1½ oz Vodka into the shaker.
- Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake Well: Shake the ingredients vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain: Fine Strain the mixture into your chilled Martini glass.
- Garnish: Drop a lychee fruit into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Vodka: Gin makes a great alternative if you're out of vodka. I've tried it, and it adds a botanical twist to the drink.
- Lychee Juice: No lychee juice? You can use peach or pear nectar. It won't be the same, but it's still delicious.
Making a Pitcher of Lychee Martini:
- Scale: To serve 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. You'll need 12 oz of vodka, 8 oz of lychee juice, and 4 oz of Triple Sec.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the vodka, lychee juice, and Triple Sec. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into individual chilled Martini glasses, garnish with lychee fruit, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Vodka and vermouth Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic option available in the market.
- Lychee liqueur: use a lychee puree or add a touch of simple syrup.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes and follow the original steps for a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Ingredients: Most of the ingredients in the cocktail are already vegan. However, always check the labels to ensure no animal products or by-products are present.
- Garnish: Use organic lychee fruit for garnish to ensure it's free from non-vegan pesticides.
What is a Lychee Martini?
A Lychee Martini is a cocktail featuring vodka, lychee juice, and a touch of vermouth. While the traditional Martini leans on gin and Vermouth, the Lychee Martini opts for fruitier ingredients, making it a popular choice for those looking for something different. The drink has gained a following for its unique flavor profile, blending vodka’s crispness with lychee’s exotic sweetness.
What is Lychee Martini made of – The ingredients
To prepare your Lychee Martini, collect these ingredients:
- Vodka: Provides an alcoholic base and clean, neutral flavor.
- Lychee Juice: Adds the signature exotic sweetness and fruitiness to the cocktail.
- Lychee Liqueur: complements the lychee juice enhancing the overall flavor.
- Vermouth: Adds complexity to the mix with its botanical notes
- Ice Cubes: Chill the ingredients to make the drink refreshing.
- Lychee Fruit: Serves as an optional garnish, enhancing the drink’s visual appeal and lychee flavor.
