Description
A refreshing and vibrant Strawberry Pineapple Martini that perfectly balances the sweetness of pineapple juice and strawberries with the fresh notes of basil and the botanical depth of gin. This quick, easy-to-make cocktail is perfect for a summer evening or any time you want a fruity, elegant drink.
Ingredients
Scale
Martini Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounces gin
- 2 ounces pineapple juice
- 4 medium strawberries
- 2 leaves fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Cup of crushed ice
Instructions
- Muddle Ingredients: Add pineapple juice, strawberries, fresh basil leaves, and lemon juice into a cocktail shaker. Use a cocktail muddler or the end of a wooden spoon to gently mash all the ingredients a few times to combine the flavors.
- Add Gin: Pour 1 ½ ounces of gin into the shaker with the muddled mixture.
- Shake Well: Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously until the mixture is thoroughly chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass filled with crushed ice to keep it refreshingly cold.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Optionally garnish with a strawberry or basil leaf for a beautiful presentation, then enjoy your Strawberry Pineapple Martini.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Crushed ice chills the martini quickly and keeps it cool without dilution.
- Add lemon juice to balance the sweetness of the pineapple juice and strawberries.
- Fresh basil adds a herbaceous aroma that complements the fruit flavors.
- You can adjust the amount of gin to taste for a stronger or lighter cocktail.
- Ensure the martini glass is well chilled for optimal enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Strawberry Pineapple Martini, fruity cocktail, gin cocktail, summer drink, refreshing martini
