Porn Star Martini
A Porn Star Martini is a sweet fruity cocktail comprising; vanilla vodka, passion fruit puree and liqueur mixed with vanilla sugar.
It is typically served with a small glass or shot of champagne to the side.
The Porn Star Martini is a creation of the 21st century. The cocktail was invented in 2002 by the bartender Douglas Ankrah in London. As he "assumed that the cocktail is exactly what a Porn Star would order".
We also have recipes for similar Martini drinks like the Espresso Martini, Dry Martini, a Cherry Martini and a French Martini.
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- Type: Cocktail
- Units: 2.5
Equipment
- coupe glass
Ingredients
- 45 ml vanilla vodka
- 45 ml passion fruit puree
- 15 ml passion fruit liqueur (Such as Passoã or De Kuyper)
- 1 tbsp vanilla sugar
- ½ passion fruit (to garnish)
- 60 ml champagne (optional)
Instructions
- Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
- Pour in the vodka, passion fruit puree and liqueur, add the sugar.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain the liquid into the coupe glass.
- Garnish with a passion fruit floating on top.
- Serve along with the champagne on the side (as an optional palate cleanser). To drink it as it was intended, sip the drinks alternatively from each glass.
FAQ
Is a Porn Star Martini actually a Martini?
No, it just has the name martini in – curiously many non-martini cocktails have martini in their name.
What vodka cocktails are best?
If you like a cocktail with vodka in, we also have a roundup of our top ten cocktails with vodka, its not official, but we think you’ll find these cocktails are all worth trying.
What is in a Porn Star Martini?
It contains vanilla vodka, passion fruit purée or liqueur, lime juice, and sugar syrup, typically served with a shot of prosecco on the side.
Why is prosecco served with it?
The shot of prosecco is meant to be sipped alongside the cocktail to balance the sweetness, though some prefer to pour it into the drink.
Can I make it without passion fruit liqueur?
Yes – use fresh passion fruit and adjust the sweetness with sugar syrup to taste.
What does it taste like?
It’s sweet, tangy, and tropical with strong vanilla and passion fruit notes – very dessert-like.
Is it a British creation?
Yes – the Porn Star Martini was created in London in the early 2000s and quickly became a popular modern classic.