The Perfect French Martini with a Twist of Black Currant
Subtly sweet and slightly tart this French Martini recipe with black currant is sure to impress!
When it comes to cocktails, we love experimenting with a classic recipe and putting a spin on it. One such cocktail that has captured our attention is the French Martini. The original recipe is made with raspberry liqueur, but we decided to take it up a notch by introducing a special ingredient: the vibrant and tangy flavors of black currant. We had a version of this at one of our favorite restaurants and we knew we had to figure out how to make a version of this amazing drink at home!
An elegant cocktail reimagined: The classic French Martini is a delightful fusion of vodka, fresh pineapple juice, and a raspberry liqueur like Chambord liqueur. It has a unique balance of sweetness and tartness that appeals to many palates and has a lot of flavor. However, by substituting the raspberry liqueur with black currant liqueur or creme de cassis, the cocktail is infused with a new layer of complexity and sophistication. Be sure to garnish with a twist of lemon peel to add the aromatics that really make this a sophisticated cocktail.
I also have a friend who said she tried this with gin instead of vodka and loved it! This is currently one of our favorite martini recipes and I hope you try this refreshing cocktail in your own home.
How to Make a Black Currant French Martini
This easy cocktail recipe uses only a few simple ingredients to create a slightly sweet drink with a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce of pineapple juice
- 1.5 ounces vodka
- .5 ounce blackcurrant liqueur like creme de cassis
- Ice cubes
- Lemon peel (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Gather all the ingredients and make sure they are chilled.
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour in the vodka, pineapple juice, and creme de cassis.
- Close the shaker tightly and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. This will help blend the flavors, chill the ingredients, and create a beautiful foam (tiny air bubbles) to top your drink.
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass or cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a bit of lemon peel for an extra touch of elegance. (You could try another type of citrus peel as well, orange might be nice too!)
- Serve immediately and enjoy the unique twist of a black currant French Martini!
The Magic of Black Currant: By replacing the traditional raspberry liqueur with black currant, we have given the classic French Martini a modern and irresistible twist. Their tanginess adds a refreshing and slightly tart note to the cocktail, balancing the sweetness of the little bit of pineapple juice. The deep purple color of black currants also creates a visually stunning drink that is sure to impress. So, next time you’re craving a stylish and delicious cocktail, grab a bottle of black currant liqueur and shake up your French Martini with a twist! An easy recipe that is perfect for special occasions. Cheers!
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Black Currant French Martini
Ingredients
- 1 ounce pineapple juice
- 1.5 ounces vodka
- .5 ounce creme de cassis or any blackcurrant liqueur
- lemon peel for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients and make sure they are chilled.
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour in the vodka, pineapple juice, and creme de cassis. For best results, close the shaker tightly and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. This will help blend the flavors, chill the ingredients, and create a beautiful foam to top your drink.
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
- Garnish with a bit of lemon peel for an extra touch of elegance. Serve immediately and enjoy the unique twist of the black currant French Martini!
