Description
Sweet cherry goodness meets classic martini in this Cherry Garcia Martini, blending creamy vanilla vodka with rich cherry liqueur and fresh cherries. Chocolate shavings and a cherry garnish elevate this indulgent cocktail you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Spirits:
- 2 ounces (59 milliliters) cherry-flavored vodka
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) creme de cacao
Liquid Mixers:
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) maraschino cherry juice
- 1/2 ounce (15 milliliters) heavy cream
Garnish:
- 45 maraschino cherries
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Transform a classic martini glass by elegantly coating its rim with delicate chocolate shavings or creating an artistic chocolate syrup swirl along the interior walls, setting the stage for a visually stunning cocktail experience.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes, then pour in smooth vodka, rich crème de cacao, vibrant maraschino cherry juice, and optional silky cream for a luxurious texture.
- Seal the cocktail shaker and execute a vigorous, rhythmic shake to thoroughly chill and harmoniously blend the liquid ingredients, ensuring optimal temperature and flavor integration.
- Position a fine-mesh strainer over the prepared martini glass, carefully filtering the chilled mixture to capture any ice fragments and produce a pristine, velvety cocktail.
- Elevate the presentation by artfully skewering plump maraschino cherries on an elegant cocktail pick, positioning them gracefully atop the drink’s surface.
- For the final flourish, delicately sprinkle additional chocolate shavings across the cocktail’s crown, creating a sophisticated and indulgent visual accent.
- Serve immediately to preserve the drink’s perfect temperature and enticing sensory appeal, inviting immediate enjoyment of this decadent Cherry Garcia-inspired martini.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by using less cherry juice for a less sugary cocktail or more for a sweeter flavor profile.
- Experiment with different vodka brands to find the smoothest taste that complements the cherry and chocolate notes.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream with almond or oat milk to maintain the creamy texture without animal products.
- Chill the martini glass beforehand to keep the drink colder longer and enhance the overall drinking experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg