If you love martinis, you’ll love the fact that this cocktail has plenty of amazing variations. It’s these martini recipe variations that ensure there is a martini for everyone! Most of these recipes require vodka while one can include vodka or gin depending on your personal preference.

Lemon vodka and elderflower

Ingredients:

  • 3Tbsp lemon vodka
  • 1 tsp elderflower cordial
  • ice

Method:

  • This is a simple martini recipe that requires you mix all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker.
  • Strain into a martini glass and enjoy right away.

Orange and cardamom

Ingredients:

  • 400ml vodka
  • 125ml cointreau
  • 6 cardamom pods
  • 6 Tbsp marmalade
  • 4 Tbsp lemon juice

Method:

  • The first step in this martini recipe involves smashing the cardomom pods.
  • Next, you need to melt the marmalade in a pan before whisking in the vodka.
  • Add the smashed pods and continue to stir.
  • Remove from heat and allow to infuse for 20 minutes.
  • Add the cointreau and lemon juice.
  • Chill in the fridge. If you are in a hurry, you can shake some up in a shaker with ice and strain into glasses lined with a dab of marmalade and a few ice cubes.
  • Add a cardamom pod to each glass and allow it to float on the surface.

Vanilla martini

Ingredients:

  • 350ml vodka
  • 100ml grand marnier
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 100ml sugar syrup
  • 3 vanilla pods split lengthways (optional)
  • ice

Method:

  • This is another simple martini recipe. All you need to do is place all of the ingredients in a jug and mix well.
  • Strain into martini glasses, add a vanilla pod to garnish if you like and serve!
  • If you plan on mixing a full batch but not serving it all right away, make sure that you strain the mixture into another jug or pitcher and refrigerate. You do not want the ice to melt too much and dilute the martini.

Chocolate martini

Ingredients:

  • 200ml vodka or gin
  • 50g dark chocolate
  • 100ml chocolate liqueur
  • crushed ice

Method:

  • This is a fantastic martini recipe for chocolate lovers! Start by melting the chocolate.
  • Now add the vodka or gin very slowly while whisking constantly until blended smoothly.
  • Add the chocolate liqueur and stir thoroughly.
  • Pour 100ml of your chocolate martini into a shaker with crushed ice.
  • Shake to chill and strain into a martini glass.
  • Decorate with lemon zest curls.

There you have it! Several delicious martini recipe options that will tickle those taste buds and have you coming back for more. Remember, a great martini requires quality ingredients. So, if you want to make every sip memorable, make sure that you use the finest ingredients.