Matcha Martini Cocktail (Printable Version)

Creamy vodka cocktail with earthy matcha, lightly sweetened. A vibrant Japanese-inspired drink ready in 5 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Spirits

01 - 1.5 oz vodka

→ Dairy

02 - 1 oz heavy cream or dairy-free alternative

→ Flavorings

03 - 1 tsp matcha powder
04 - 0.5 oz simple syrup or to taste

→ Ice & Garnish

05 - Ice cubes
06 - Matcha powder or white chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Sift matcha powder in a cocktail shaker to eliminate lumps and ensure smooth texture.
02 - Add vodka, heavy cream, simple syrup, and a generous handful of ice to the shaker.
03 - Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until mixture is thoroughly chilled and develops a frothy consistency.
04 - Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with matcha powder or white chocolate shavings if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The way matchas earthy bitterness balances with creamy sweetness creates something surprisingly sophisticated
  • It comes together in literally five minutes but looks like you studied mixology for years
  • The frothy texture makes each sip feel like a tiny luxury
02 -
  • Matcha powder stubbornly clumps in liquid, sifting is not optional here
  • Shaking hard enough to create that frothy texture is what separates this from a boring mixed drink
  • The glass must be chilled or the foam disappears too quickly
03 -
  • Double-straining through a fine mesh sieve catches any tiny matcha particles for a perfectly smooth drink
  • Make simple syrup ahead and keep it in the fridge, it lasts weeks and makes cocktail time feel effortless
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