You've heard of the Espresso Martini, now check out the Matcha Martini! Get the recipe below.
Perk up your Saturday night
Everyone has heard of the Espresso Martini. A fun and frisky cocktail that combines caffeine and alcohol for a sophisticated party cocktail. But espresso martinis are so last year! Make way for the Matcha Martini!
Matcha might not be the obvious cocktail ingredient but its a vibrant way of perking up your Saturday night.
What is matcha?
For those of you who don't know, matcha is a finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea. But not just any green tea...this green tea is grown in the shade to encourage chlorophyll production giving it its vivid green colour. The stems and veins of the tea leaves are also removed before processing which means that it can be ground down to such a fine powder.
I'm a huge fan of matcha (it certainly helps me stay perky when I'm working long hours). The energy boosting effects of matcha are supposedly much gentler than coffee and don't produce the same crash that is associated with coffee or tea. This means slowly sipping a Matcha Martini won't create a caffeine slump later in the night. You'll be able to party all night long!
How to make Matcha Martinis
When I first thought about how I might use matcha in a cocktail, I wanted to come up with a matcha drink that didn't alter this delicate tea too much. Creamy flavours work really well with matcha as they are a brilliant carrier of flavour.
For this recipe I used a white chocolate liqueur (that actually happens to be dairy free) so that everyone can enjoy the cocktail. I guess that's similar to the cream liqueur you'd use in a traditional espresso martini.)
The rest of the recipe is very similar to an espresso martini requiring the highest quality of vodka and a shot of matcha in place of the espresso. Chuck it all into a cocktail shaker with a couple of ice cubes and shake until all the ingredients are well combined and it's got a frothy top.
As with any cocktail, the quality of your ingredients is incredibly important. Make sure you use a ceremonial grade matcha.
The Recipe
Matcha Martinis
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Matcha powder
- 50 ml white chocolate liqueur
- 25 ml vodka
- 10 ml dry vermouth
- Ice to serve
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a martini glass to serve.
Notes
Nutrition
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Camilla says
Your Matcha Martini's look just fab and I covet those glasses:-)
Emma Walton says
Thanks Camilla. They are such a fun colour aren't they! The glasses were actually a Christmas gift from my sister 🙂 she knows me well!
Claire @foodiequine says
I've really not got into the whole Matcha craze at all but with the addition of alcohol I could well be tempted!
Emma Walton says
Haha Claire I know what you mean! I always have a pot in the kitchen but certainly haven't made it a daily habit. Matcha Martinis on the other hand... :-p
kate @veggie desserts says
Boozy matcha! I love it 🙂 Such a genius idea.
Emma Walton says
Thanks Kate 😀
Michelle @ Giraffes Can Bake says
I'm still yet to try matcha, but I think I might have to start with one of these martinis! The colour alone is awesome!
Emma Walton says
It's an easy way in 😉 they slip down nicely!
Couldn't agree more about the colour. Though green is my favourite so I'm biased :-p
Bobbi @ Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says
Very very cool! They sound wonderful, and those glasses are gorgeous!
Emma Walton says
Thanks Bobbi! They are from a store called Home Sense. Beautiful aren't they! Glad you like the cocktail recipe 🙂
Dee says
Love the vibrant color, and it sounds delish!
Emma Walton says
Thanks Dee! Glad you like them 🙂
Laura@howtocookgoodfood says
I was sent a pot of great quality matcha a while ago and am struggling to use it up. Now I know i can make these and use up a whole lot and I think i would drink a few too many while I'm at it!
Emma Walton says
Haha best shared with friends Laura 😉 a great way to finish a pot!
dooseet says
I really really have to start using matcha in my kitchen, it looks absolutely amazing and Easter is coming, the color will be delightful!
Emma Walton says
Hi dooset. Now you've mentioned easter I'm thinking of a few more fun ways I can use my Kineta organic matcha. Do make sure you subscribe to my email mailing list for updates 🙂
Ange @ Little Kitchen Blue says
We hosted a Japanese Homestay student many years ago and her parents sent lots of her home favourite sweets etc. They also sent matcha powder and we were introduced to matcha milk whilst we introduced our student to Milo (aussie malt chocolate granules) - I'd love to adult up my matcha milk with vodka 🙂
Emma Walton says
How cool Ange! I'd love to take in a foreign student on an exchange. Perhaps when we have our own children we can do a swap :-p I would love to share culture like that. Glad you like the cocktails 🙂
Justine says
OOhhh I have never heard of this but love a new drink recipe.
Emma Walton says
Thanks Justine. Make sure you check out Kineta's website. They have a really helpful blog all about this wonderful green powder!
Ginger Wroot says
What a unique and lush looking cocktail! Pinned it and can't wait to try it! Thanks!
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Emma Walton says
Thanks Ginger Wroot 🙂 enjoy!