Asian Pear Martini with Sake
An elegant and refreshing cocktail that blends the crisp flavors of Asian pear with the smoothness of sake, complemented by the sharpness of vodka and the sweetness of pear liqueur. This martini is perfect for those who enjoy a fruit-forward drink with an Asian twist.
Equipment
- Martini glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Ice cubes
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Knife (for garnish)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz vodka
- 1 oz sake
- 1/2 oz pear liqueur
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1 oz fresh Asian pear juice
- Thin slice of Asian pear for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a martini glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water and setting it aside.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the vodka, sake, pear liqueur, simple syrup, and fresh Asian pear juice to the shaker.
- Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold, about 15 seconds.
- Discard the ice water from the martini glass if using, or take the glass out of the freezer.
- Strain the cocktail into the chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a thin slice of Asian pear on the rim of the glass.
Notes
The key to a perfect Asian Pear Martini with Sake is the balance between the sweetness of the pear liqueur and the tartness of the fresh Asian pear juice. Adjust the simple syrup to taste if your pear juice is particularly sweet or tart. For an extra touch of elegance, you can rim the glass with sugar before pouring the drink.