Ginger Martini Recipe

Chill glass

Place a martini or coupe glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes or fill with ice water while you prepare the cocktail to thoroughly chill.

Combine ingredients

Add the vanilla vodka (2 oz), Stirrings Ginger Liqueur (1 oz), and fresh strained lemonade (1 oz) into a mixing glass or cocktail shaker filled with 6 ice cubes. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add the optional 0.25 tsp simple syrup.

Stir or shake

For a clear, silky martini: stir the mixture with a bar spoon for 20–30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted. For a brighter, frothier texture: shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds and then double-strain into the glass to remove small ice shards.

Strain and serve

Discard ice or water from the chilled martini glass. Fine-strain the cocktail into the chilled martini or coupe glass, pouring gently to maintain the clarity if stirred.

Express a lemon twist over the surface of the cocktail by holding the twist with the peel side down above the glass and giving it a sharp fold to release oils, then rub the rim with the peel and drop it into the drink.

Skewer a slice of candied ginger or a thin strip of fresh ginger peel on a cocktail pick and lay it across the rim or float on the surface as an aromatic accent.

Serve immediately while very cold. If you used a shaker, consider double-straining to keep the martini crystal-clear. Adjust lemonade or simple syrup to taste if you prefer more or less acidity/sweetness.