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French Martini Cocktail Drink

Best French Martini Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Indulge in the elegance of a French Martini recipe! With vodka, pineapple juice, and a splash of Chambord, this cocktail is a must-try for your next soirée.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 157

Ingredients
 

  • 1½ oz Vodka
  • 1 oz pineapple juice
  • ½ oz Chambord
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon twist or raspberry - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Martini Glass
  • Strainer & Fine-strainer

Instructions

  • Chill Glass: Place your Martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice to chill.
  • Add Vodka: Pour 1½ oz Vodka into the shaker.
  • Add Chambord: Measure and pour ½ oz Chambord into the shaker.
  • Add Pineapple Juice: Add 1 oz pineapple juice to the mix.
  • Prepare Shaker: Fill the cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
  • Shake Vigorously: Seal the shaker and shake the ingredients well.
  • Strain: Remove the ice from your Martini glass and fine-strain the shaken mixture.
  • Garnish: Add a lemon twist or some raspberries skewered onto a stick for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Vodka: If I run out of vodka, I find that gin makes a nice alternative. It adds a more botanical profile to the drink.
  • Chambord: If Chambord isn't in the cabinet, I've used Creme de Cassis or a raspberry-flavored liqueur. The flavor changes a bit, but it's still delicious.
  • Pineapple Juice: I've used orange juice as a last-minute substitute. It’s a different flavor but blends well.

Making a Pitcher of French Martini:

  • Scale: To serve 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. You'll need 12 oz of vodka, 8 oz of pineapple juice, and 4 oz of Chambord.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the vodka, pineapple juice, and Chambord. Stir well.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into individual ice-filled Martini glasses, garnish, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Vodka Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic vodka alternative, which you can find in some specialty stores.
  • Chambord Substitute: Make a raspberry simple syrup by boiling raspberry juice and sugar.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes and follow the original steps for a non-alcoholic French Martini.

Making it Vegan:

  • Check Your Ingredients: Ensure that the Chambord and other ingredients are vegan. Chambord is generally considered vegan, but always double-check.
  • Garnish: Use a vegan-friendly garnish like a lemon twist.