This Passion Star Martini Recipe is a refreshing and perfectly balanced recipe, which is made with vanilla vodka and passion fruit puree. It’s a restaurant-quality cocktail, ready in about 5 minutes.
Passion Star Martini Recipe Ingredients
- 3 ounces vanilla vodka
- 2 ounces passionfruit liqueur, such as Chinola
- 2 ounces passion fruit puree
- 1 1/2 ounces fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- Fresh passion fruit, for garnish
- 4 ounces prosecco
How To Make Passion Star Martini Recipe
- Combine Cocktail Ingredients: Add the vanilla vodka, passionfruit liqueur, passion fruit puree, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake with Ice: Fill the shaker with ice, close it tightly, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until it’s well-chilled and a nice foam has formed on top.
- Strain into Glass: Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the drink with half of a fresh passion fruit. Serve immediately with a small glass of prosecco on the side.
Recipe Tips
- How to get the perfect foam: The key to the signature foam top is shaking the cocktail vigorously. The ice breaking down inside the shaker helps to aerate the mixture, creating that velvety texture.
- Can I use a different type of vodka? While vanilla vodka adds a specific warmth and sweetness, you can substitute it with plain vodka if that’s what you have. The drink will be slightly less sweet but still delicious.
- Adjusting the sweetness: If you prefer a less sweet cocktail, you can reduce the amount of simple syrup to 1/2 ounce or omit it altogether, especially if your passion fruit puree is already sweetened.
- Choosing the best passion fruit: Look for passion fruit that is slightly wrinkled and dark purple or yellow. This indicates that the fruit is ripe and the pulp inside will be sweet and aromatic.
How To Serve The Passion Star Martini
This cocktail is traditionally served “up” (without ice) in a chilled glass.
- The Cocktail Glass: While a classic martini glass works, a rounded coupe glass adds a touch of modern elegance and helps showcase the cocktail’s color and foam.
- The Prosecco Shot: The accompanying shot of prosecco is meant to be sipped alongside the martini. It acts as a palate cleanser. Serve it in any small glass you have—a shot glass or a small cordial glass is perfect.
How To Store Passion Star Martini
This cocktail is best made and served immediately. Due to the fresh juice and the shaken foam, it does not store well and will lose its texture and vibrant flavor if left to sit.
Passion Star Martini Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 250-300 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Sugar: 20g
- Alcohol: Approx. 2 standard drinks
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
The prosecco is served on the side to be sipped between tastes of the cocktail. Its bubbles and dryness cleanse the palate, allowing you to enjoy the sweet and tart flavors of the martini with each sip.
Yes, you can pre-mix the vodka, liqueur, puree, lime juice, and syrup ahead of time. Store the mixture in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, simply pour the desired amount into a shaker with ice and shake individually to create the foam.
If you can’t find puree, you can make your own by blending the pulp of 4-5 fresh passion fruits. Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the seeds. You can also use passion fruit juice, but the flavor may be less intense.
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Passion Star Martini Recipe
Description
A vibrant and tropical cocktail that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors, finished with a signature side of sparkling prosecco.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine vodka, liqueur, puree, lime juice, and syrup in a shaker.
- Add ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until chilled and foamy.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
- Garnish with half a fresh passion fruit.
- Serve immediately with a prosecco shot on the side.
Notes
- For the best foam, shake the cocktail very vigorously with plenty of ice.
- If you don’t have vanilla vodka, plain vodka can be substituted, though the drink will be less sweet.
- To make a less sweet cocktail, reduce the simple syrup to 1/2 ounce or omit it entirely.
- For parties, you can pre-mix the main ingredients and refrigerate. Shake individual cocktails with ice just before serving.