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Geisha Martini
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Geisha Martini
Serve in a Coupe glass
| 1 1⁄2 oz | Ketel One Vodka |
| 1 1⁄2 oz | Akashi-Tai Daiginjo Genshu sake |
| 1⁄4 oz | Strucchi Dry Vermouth |
| 1⁄12 oz | Japanese blended whisky |
| 1⁄12 oz | Monin Pure Cane Syrup (65.0°brix, equivalent to 2:1 rich syrup) |
How to make:
- Select and pre-chill a Coupe glass.
- Prepare garnish of float wafer thin cucumber slice.
- STIR all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
Allergens:
Recipe contains the following allergens:
- Dry vermouth - Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Cocktail of the day:
18th June 2025 is International Sushi Day
Review:
A Vodka Martini given a Japanese influence with sake and Japanese whisky. Omit the sugar syrup if you like your Martinis bone dry.
History:
Created in November 2016 by yours truly at the Cabinet Room, London, England.
Nutrition:
One serving of Geisha Martini contains 172 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.6 standard drinks
- 21.57% alc./vol. (21.57° proof)
- 22.1 grams of pure alcohol
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