Description
A vibrant and refreshing Blood Orange Martini featuring the perfect balance of vodka, blood orange juice, and triple sec, brightened with a splash of lime juice. This cocktail is elegantly garnished with a slice of blood orange, making it ideal for a sophisticated evening or a festive gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce blood orange juice
- ½ ounce triple sec
- ¼ lime, juiced
- Blood orange slice for garnish
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: Add vodka, blood orange juice, triple sec, and freshly squeezed lime juice into a cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes.
- Shake: Secure the lid of the shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds to chill and combine all flavors thoroughly.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass to keep the cocktail crisp and cold without ice dilution.
- Garnish: Place a slice of blood orange on the rim of the glass as a garnish to add an elegant visual appeal and a subtle aroma.
Notes
- Use fresh blood orange juice for the best flavor and vibrant color.
- Chill your martini glass in the freezer beforehand for an extra cold cocktail experience.
- If a sweeter cocktail is desired, add a small amount of simple syrup.
- Triple sec can be substituted with other orange liqueurs if preferred.
