Pear Vodka Cranberry Martini with Lime and Mint

Ingredients

- 4 ounces pear vodka
- 2 ounces cranberry juice
- 1 ounce triple sec
- 1 lime, juiced
- Ice cubes
- Pear slices, for garnish
- Mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Simple Syrup:
- Combine 1/2 cup of water and 1/2 cup of sugar in a small saucepan.
- Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat.
- Stir constantly until the sugar has completely dissolved.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool.

2. Mix the Ingredients:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Pour in the pear vodka, cranberry juice, triple sec, and lime juice.
- If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, add 1 ounce of the simple syrup you prepared earlier.

3. Shake the Cocktail:
- Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels cold to the touch.

4. Serve the Martini:
- Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.

5. Garnish the Drink:
- Add a thin slice of pear to the rim of the glass.
- Place a few mint leaves in the center of the drink for a refreshing aroma.

Total Time

PT15M
15 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack, Cocktail

Keywords

Pear vodka cocktail, Martini recipe, Cranberry martini, Pear vodka drink, Lime cocktail, Triple sec cocktail, Pear garnish, Mint garnish, Easy martini recipe, Gourmet cocktail

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

Total: 420 calories

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