Easy 3-Ingredient Lychee Martini
A refreshing and elegant cocktail balancing smooth vodka with the sweet, floral notes of lychee. This simple 3-ingredient recipe is perfect for any occasion and comes together in just 5 minutes.
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Martini Glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1.5 oz Lychee Liqueur (or syrup from a can of lychees)
- 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth
- Canned Lychees for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Chill Your Glass: Fill a martini glass with ice and water to chill it.
- Combine Ingredients: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add vodka, lychee liqueur (or syrup), and dry vermouth.
- Shake Well: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- Serve: Discard the ice from your glass. Strain the cocktail into the chilled glass.
- Garnish: Drop one or two whole lychees into the glass and serve immediately.
Notes
For a slightly less sweet version, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to the shaker. Remember to always shake until the shaker is uncomfortably cold to hold—that’s the secret to a perfectly chilled martini!