Ina Garten Cranberry Martini Recipe
This Ina Garten Cranberry Martini Recipe is a total showstopper. Many people think that making a cocktail at home is very hard.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of good quality vodka chilled.
- 1/2 cup of orange liqueur like Cointreau.
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened cranberry juice.
- 1/4 cup of fresh lime juice about 2 limes.
- 2 tablespoons of sugar for the rim.
- 1/2 cup of ice cubes for shaking.
- 4 fresh cranberries for the garnish.
- 4 thin strips of orange zest.
Instructions
Chill the Glasses
- Place your martini glasses in the freezer. Keep them there for at least 20 minutes.
Rim the Glass
- Rub a lime wedge around the glass rim. Dip the wet rim into white sugar.
Fill the Shaker
- Add the ice cubes into your cocktail shaker. Pour in the vodka and orange liqueur.
Add the Juices
- Pour the cranberry juice and lime juice in. These give the drink its famous red color.
Shake it Well
- Put the lid on the shaker very tightly. Shake hard for 30 seconds until very cold.
Strain and Pour
- Strain the liquid into your chilled martini glasses. Do not let any ice fall in.
Add the Garnish
- Drop a few fresh cranberries into each glass. Finish with a twist of orange zest.
Notes
- Use good vodka: This is the most important tip. High-quality spirits make the drink much smoother.
- Cold is better: Keep all your liquid ingredients in the fridge. This keeps the ice from melting too fast.
- Unsweetened juice: Use 100% cranberry juice for a tart taste. Sweetened juice makes the drink much too sugary.
- Fresh lime juice: Never use the lime juice from a bottle. Fresh lime adds a necessary bright, sour kick.
- Shake it hard: You want tiny ice crystals to form. This ensures the martini stays cold until the end.