Description
A refreshing and fruity Raspberry Martini cocktail made with homemade raspberry simple syrup, cranberry juice, dry vermouth, and gin or vodka. This crisp, vibrant drink is perfect for cocktail lovers looking for a sweet yet balanced martini with fresh raspberry flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Raspberry Simple Syrup
- ¾ cup sugar
- ¾ cup water
- 6 ounces fresh raspberries
Martini
- ½ ounce raspberry simple syrup
- ½ ounce cranberry juice
- ½ ounce dry vermouth
- 2 ounces gin or vodka
- ½ cup ice
- 6 fresh raspberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Make Raspberry Simple Syrup: Combine sugar, water, and fresh raspberries in a saucepan. Use a spoon to lightly crush the raspberries to release their juice and flavor.
- Simmer Syrup: Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, let it cook gently for 5 minutes to infuse the syrup with raspberry flavor.
- Strain and Cool: Remove from heat and pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a cup or container to remove raspberry solids. Let the syrup cool completely.
- Store Syrup: Store the raspberry simple syrup in the refrigerator for up to 1 week until ready to use.
- Prepare Martini: In a cocktail shaker, combine the raspberry simple syrup, cranberry juice, dry vermouth, gin or vodka, and ice.
- Shake: Shake the mixture vigorously for about 10 seconds to chill and blend the ingredients.
- Strain Drink: Use a cocktail strainer to pour the martini into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the martini with fresh raspberries and serve immediately for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For a sweeter drink, adjust the amount of raspberry simple syrup to taste.
- Use vodka if you prefer a cleaner, crisper martini, or gin for an herbal twist.
- Chilling the martini glass beforehand enhances the drinking experience.
- Raspberry simple syrup can be made ahead and refrigerated for convenience.
- Ensure to strain well to remove raspberry seeds for a smooth syrup.
