Lychee Martini
This recipe makes 1 servings
Nutritional Info |
|
|---|---|
| Per serving: about | - |
| cal | 68 |
| pro | 0 g |
| total fat | 0 g |
| sat. fat | 0 g |
| carb | 3 g |
| fibre | 0 g |
| chol | 0 mg |
| sodium | 1 mg |
| % RDI: | - |
| iron | 1 |
| vit C | 2 |
- Portion size: 1
The slightly cloudy Lychee Vodka makes the base for this tropical-looking, easy-to-drink martini. When making the base, reserve enough lychees for garnish if you want, and keep in mind that the longer the vodka mix rests, the better the flavour.
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 oz 1-1/2ozstrained, lychee vodka
- 1/4 oz 1/4ozvermouth
- 1 1strip lime rind
- 1 splash 1splashclub soda
- 1 1drained canned lychee, (optional)
Preparation
Fill shaker half full of ice. Add Lychee Vodka, vermouth and lime rind; shake. Strain into martini glass; add soda. Garnish with lychee (if using).
Additional information : Lychee Vodka:
1 can (20 oz/530 mL) whole lychees in syrup
1-1/2 cups (375 mL) vodka
Drain lychees, reserving 2/3 cup (150 mL) liquid. In bowl and using potato masher, coarsely mash lychees; transfer to clean jar. Pour in reserved liquid and vodka; seal and store in cool dark place for 24 hours. (Make-ahead: Store for up to 1 month.)
Makes 3 cups (750 mL).
Source : Canadian Living Magazine: September 2007
