The Green Apple Martini is a product of the 1990s cocktail boom, when fruit forward vodka drinks dominated menus. It was designed to be sharper and more vivid than earlier, sweeter appletinis.
Built with vodka and green apple flavours, it leans into tartness rather than softness. The best versions keep a clean, crisp edge rather than tipping into syrupy sweetness. It is a drink that reflects a very specific era of bar culture.
Why Lush Life Loves It
When this is done properly, it has a real bite to it that keeps it from feeling dated. That sharper edge is what makes it worth revisiting.
Here is the recipe
Green Apple Martini
A hint of Green Apple syrup makes this Apple Martini zing! There is a reason this 90s cocktail is a classic – it's a great combo!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz green apple liqueur
- 1/2 oz green apple syrup
- Garnish: apple slices
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a shaker
- Add ice
- Shake, shake, shake
- Strain into a martini glass
- Garnish with the apple slices
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 22gFat: 0.03gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 0.4mgSugar: 22gCalcium: 2mg
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