Breakfast Martini
The Breakfast Martini is a modern classic cocktail that elegantly blends the sharpness of citrus with the sweet marmalade and the depth of gin. Perfect for a leisurely brunch or as a wake-up call at any time of day.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Hawthorne strainer
- Fine strainer (optional, for a smoother cocktail)
- Martini glass
- Knife and cutting board (for lemon twist)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz London dry gin
- 1/2 oz Cointreau or triple sec
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp orange marmalade
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist, for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, Cointreau, lemon juice, and orange marmalade.
- Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass, ensuring any bits of marmalade are left behind.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon peel, expressing the oils over the drink and dropping it in.
Notes
For a smoother texture, you can double strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer to remove any marmalade bits.
Adjust the amount of marmalade to taste. Some prefer a little more sweetness and flavor, while others like it more subtle.
The quality of the gin and marmalade will significantly impact the cocktail's flavor, so use the best available ingredients.