Sake Martini Basil
Cocktail Recipe
Description
A refreshing twist on the classic martini, featuring the smoothness of sake and the aromatic touch of fresh basil.
History
The Sake Martini Basil is a contemporary cocktail that emerged in the mid-2000s as a fusion of Japanese and classic cocktail culture, showcasing the versatility of sake in mixology.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice water.
Step 2.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces of sake, 1 ounce of dry vermouth, and 4-5 fresh basil leaves.
Step 3.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake gently to combine the ingredients and infuse the basil flavor.
Step 4.
- Discard the ice water from the chilled martini glass.
Step 5.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled glass using a fine mesh strainer to remove basil bits.
Step 6.
- Garnish with a fresh basil leaf on top.
Ingredients
2 ounces Sake — none
1 ounce Dry Vermouth — none
5 leaves Fresh basil leaves — torn or whole
1 cup Ice — for shaking
1 leaf Basil Leaf — for garnish (garnish)
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