Vibrant Creamy Matcha Martini (View Print Version)

Earthy matcha meets smooth vodka and cream with a hint of sweetness in this vibrant drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Spirits

01 - 1.5 fl oz vodka

→ Dairy

02 - 1 fl oz heavy cream (or dairy-free alternative)

→ Flavorings

03 - 1 tsp matcha powder
04 - 0.5 fl oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)

→ Ice & Garnish

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

# Method:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes fancy but takes barely five minutes, making you feel like a proper bartender without the fuss.
  • The earthy matcha plays beautifully against the creaminess, creating something that feels both calming and celebratory.
  • It's naturally conversation-starting and looks stunning in the glass, which somehow makes the drink taste even better.
02 -
  • Matcha lumps are the biggest mistake—they won't dissolve no matter how much you shake, so sifting isn't optional, it's essential.
  • A chilled glass makes an enormous difference; a warm glass melts the careful balance you've created, so take thirty seconds to chill it while you work.
  • The sweetness needs adjustment based on your matcha's intensity and your taste; taste as you go, and remember that simple syrup carries sweetness through the whole drink.
03 -
  • Always taste your simple syrup before the shake—if it's oversweetened or undersweetened, you'll taste it immediately and can adjust before building the drink.
  • The thirty seconds you spend chilling the martini glass isn't wasted time; it's the difference between a good drink and one that tastes exactly as intended by the time you finish it.
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