Banana Cup Martini

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Banana Cup Martini cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Pimm's No 1 Cup, Giffard Banane du Brésil Liqueur, Martini & Rossi Rosso Sweet Vermouth, Rose's lime cordial, Angostura Aromatic Bitters in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.75 fl oz Pimm's No 1 Cup or alternative
0.50 fl oz Giffard Banane du Brésil Liqueur or alternative
0.75 fl oz Martini & Rossi Rosso Sweet Vermouth or alternative
3.00 dash Angostura Aromatic Bitters or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.25 fl oz Rose's lime cordial

Directions

Add ice to shaker
Pour all ingredients into shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass

Cocktail Description

This vibrant mashup brings together a classic British summer sipper and a sophisticated martini with a surprising tropical twist.

The Banana Cup Martini delivers a beautiful balance of botanical gin and the distinctive herbal-spice profile of Pimm's, while the banana liqueur adds a subtle exotic sweetness that's kept in check by the vermouth's complexity. You'll notice a gentle citrus backbone from the lime cordial, with the bitters providing depth and structure. It's surprisingly easy to make despite its ingredient list—just a simple shake and strain. This cocktail works wonderfully as an aperitif during warmer months, especially when transitioning from afternoon gatherings to evening dinners. Pair it with light fare like cucumber sandwiches, grilled seafood, or spiced nuts to complement its fruity-herbal character without overwhelming your palate.