Sloe Currant Martini
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 24.00 fresh Redcurrants
- 0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.50 fl oz Vanilla sugar syrup
Directions
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Chill martini glass
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Muddle redcurrants in base of shaker
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Add other ingredients to shaker
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Add ice to shaker
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Shake well
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Fine strain into chilled martini glass
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Garnish with redcurrants
Cocktail Description
Imagine ruby jewels dancing in a glass, where the tangy brightness of redcurrants meets the deep richness of aged rum and sloe gin.
This Sloe Currant Martini delivers a remarkable balance of sweet and tart flavors, with the berry-forward profile of muddled redcurrants complementing the mellow oak notes from Appleton Estate's 8-year rum. The signature almond-cherry profile of Hayman's Sloe Gin adds complexity, while lemon juice brings necessary acidity and vanilla sugar syrup rounds everything with a subtle sweetness. Perfect for late summer evenings when berries are at their peak, this cocktail works equally well as a sophisticated aperitif or as the star of a dinner party. It's moderately easy to make—the most technical aspect is the fine straining to ensure a silky-smooth texture without berry bits. Pair this vibrant martini with creamy cheeses, duck breast with fruit compote, or dark chocolate desserts that will harmonize with its fruity-spicy character.
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