Golden Sunshine Martini

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

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A photo of the Golden Sunshine Martini cocktail containing Ketel One Vodka, Galliano Autentico Liqueur, Freshly squeezed orange juice in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

2.50 fl oz Ketel One Vodka or alternative
0.50 fl oz Galliano Autentico Liqueur or alternative

Other Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice

Directions

Chill martini glass
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
Add ice to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Garnish with orange slice

Cocktail Description

If sunshine could be distilled into a glass, it would taste exactly like this vibrant golden martini.

The Golden Sunshine Martini balances smooth Ketel One vodka with the complex herbal sweetness of Galliano, while fresh orange juice adds bright citrus notes and a luscious texture. Each sip delivers a harmonious blend of vanilla, anise, and citrus that's simultaneously sophisticated and approachable. This cocktail shines as an elegant pre-dinner aperitif or the star of a weekend brunch gathering, offering a refined alternative to the mimosa. Fortunately for home bartenders, it requires just three ingredients and a basic shake-and-strain technique, making it accessible even for beginners. The Golden Sunshine pairs beautifully with light seafood dishes, brunch classics like eggs benedict, or antipasti spreads featuring mild cheeses and olives.