Lychee Martini – A Lovely Mess

Have you ever tried a Lychee Martini? It’s generally known as “lichitini” or “lycheetini.” Immediately’s cocktail recipe is nice, sturdy and sophisticated. You’ll love the combination of delicate floral flavors on this scrumptious cocktail. This recipe is ideal in your subsequent celebration.

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Elements in a Lychee Martini

• Vodka – The primary spirit on this martini is vodka.
• Orange Liqueur – I used Grand Marnier.
• Lychee Puree – I discovered mine right here. You might also use lychee juice.
• Lychee Fruit – I used a can of lychees.

One of the best glass to serve a lychee martini in is a basic martini glass. I additionally used these gold cocktail picks to carry the fruit as a garnish.

Instructions

In a cocktail shaker, mix vodka, orange liqueur and lychee puree with ice.

Shake for 15 seconds till icy chilly.

Pressure and pour right into a martini glass and serve with lychee fruit as a garnish.

What’s a lychee fruit?

A lychee is a tropical fruit native to south China. Lychees are very juicy with notes of floral. Think about a grape with a slight rose taste—that’s one of the best ways I can describe the flavour of lychee. They’re scrumptious.

Lychee are an asian fruit and might be uncommon to search out contemporary lychee at many United States grocery shops. They do additionally develop in Hawaii and Florida. When you’ll be able to’t discover contemporary lychee, we advocate canned lychee for this recipe.

Suggestions for Making

• This drink is balanced, however not candy. If you happen to favor extra sweetness, add half an oz. to 1 ounce of straightforward syrup to this recipe earlier than shaking. If you happen to discover the drink too candy, add a squeeze of contemporary lime juice earlier than shaking. It will add a little bit of tartness.
• If you happen to dislike vodka, I like to recommend changing it with gin for a special tackle this recipe.
• If you wish to add extra colour to your cocktail, you’ll be able to garnish with an extra wedge of lime and an edible flower.You may also add garnish reminiscent of strawberry, contemporary mint or watermelon balls.
• Add a shot of elderflower liqueur to maximise the floral flavors.
• You may retailer leftover lychee martinis in an hermetic container for as much as 48 hours. Shake with contemporary ice earlier than serving once more.

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