Lychee Martini
Sip into paradise with this Lychee Martini! This tropical cocktail blends sweet lychee juice with crisp vodka for a refreshing drink that’s ready in minutes. Perfect for summer nights or a chic party vibe.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka smooth, mid-range like Tito’s or Absolut
- 1 oz lychee juice from canned lychees or store-bought
- 1/2 oz dry vermouth optional, for a classic twist
- 1 –2 canned lychees for garnish
- Ice cubes enough to fill a shaker halfway
Instructions
- Chill the Glass: Place a martini glass in the freezer for 10 minutes to keep your drink cold.
- Prepare the Shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Add Liquids: Pour in 2 oz vodka, 1 oz lychee juice, and 1/2 oz dry vermouth (if using).
- Shake Well: Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until chilled.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into the chilled martini glass using a cocktail strainer.
- Garnish: Skewer 1–2 canned lychees on a cocktail pick and place it in the glass.
- Serve: Enjoy your lychee martini immediately while it’s crisp and cold!
Notes
Tips and Variations
- Fresh Lychees: Substitute canned with fresh lychees—peel, pit, and blend with a splash of water for homemade juice.
- Non-Alcoholic: Skip vodka and vermouth; mix lychee juice with sparkling water and a lemon splash.
- Gin Twist: Swap vodka for gin (e.g., London Dry) for a botanical flavor.
- Balance Sweetness: Add a squeeze of lime if the lychee juice feels too sweet.
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Total Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0 g
- Sugars: 5 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Alcohol: ~20 g (based on 2 oz vodka at 40% ABV and 0.5 oz vermouth at 15% ABV)