Lemon Meringue Martini Recipe
Make Lemon Meringue Martini Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Meringue Topping (Torch or Torchless)
Glass/Finish
Method
Cocktail
- 1
- 2
Dry shake (emulsify)
In a cocktail shaker add vodka, lemon liqueur, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup and 1 large egg white. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously without ice for 15–20 seconds to emulsify and create foam.
- 3
Wet shake (cool and aerate)
Add ice to the shaker (about 1 cup) and shake again hard for 15–20 seconds until the shaker is cold to the touch and the mixture is frothy and chilled.
- 4
Double strain
Remove the chilled glass from the freezer. Strain the cocktail through a fine-mesh strainer into the chilled martini/coupe glass to remove ice shards and ensure a silky texture.
Meringue Topping (Torch or Torchless)
- 5
Make a quick meringue
In a clean bowl, combine 1 egg white (or pasteurized egg white) with 2 tsp granulated sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously by hand or with an electric whisk until soft peaks form and the mixture is glossy. This should take 1–2 minutes with an electric whisk; longer by hand.
- 6
Top the cocktail
Spoon or pipe a generous dollop of the meringue onto the surface of the strained martini, creating an even layer about 1/2 inch thick.
- 7
Finish (torch or broil)
If you have a kitchen torch: gently torch the meringue surface until golden brown in spots, rotating for even color (about 10–20 seconds). If you don't have a torch: place the glass briefly under a very hot oven broiler for 10–20 seconds on the top rack (watch closely and use an oven-safe vessel or transfer meringue to a small ovenproof dish and broil). Alternatively, serve the meringue un-toasted for a softer presentation.
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Garnish
Finish with a light dusting of lemon zest over the torched meringue and place a lemon twist or small wheel on the rim or floating on the meringue. Optionally, rim the glass beforehand with a little lemon juice and superfine sugar for a sweet edge.
