Cherry Martini
The Cherry Martini drink is a sweet cocktail made from; gin, cherry brandy liqueur, dry vermouth and a splash of angostura orange bitters to add bitterness.
We also have recipes for similar Martini drinks like the Espresso Martini, Dry Martini, Porn Star Martini and French Martini.
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- Servings: 1
- Type: Cocktail
- Units: 2.2
Equipment
- martini glass
Ingredients
- 45 ml Gin
- 20 ml Cherry brandy
- 15 ml Dry Vermouth
- 2 dash Angostura orange bitters
Instructions
- Mix the gin, cherry brandy, dry vermouth and orange bitters in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well until chilled.
- Strain the liquid into a martini glass. Garnish with a lemon slice or maraschino cherry.
FAQ
What gin cocktails are best?
If you like a gin cocktail like the Cherry Martini, we also have a roundup of our top ten cocktails with gin, its not official, but we think you’ll find these cocktails are all worth trying.
What’s in a Cherry Martini?
The Cherry Martini mixes vodka (or gin), cherry liqueur, and a touch of vermouth, giving a fruity twist on the classic Martini. It’s smoother and sweeter, closer in feel to a Cosmopolitan than the bone-dry original.
How strong is a Cherry Martini?
A standard serve (50ml vodka at 40% ABV + 20ml cherry liqueur at 25% ABV) comes to about 2.2 alcohol units, similar in strength to a Negroni.
How does it compare to other Martini variations?
It’s fruitier than a Vodka Martini and much sweeter than an Espresso Martini. The cherry liqueur softens the edges of the spirit, making it a good choice for those who prefer a more approachable take on the Martini family.
What garnish works best?
A maraschino cherry is the natural garnish – it boosts the drink’s flavour and gives a pop of colour, just like the cherry lift in a Manhattan.
When should you serve a Cherry Martini?
It’s a playful, slightly indulgent cocktail that works well as a pre-dinner drink or as a sweeter option on a Martini menu.