White Cloister Martini

Other Family • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the White Cloister Martini cocktail containing Planteray 3 Stars White Rum, Martini & Rossi Rosso Sweet Vermouth, Bénédictine D.O.M. Liqueur, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Chilled water (reduce if wet ice) in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

1.50 fl oz Planteray 3 Stars White Rum or alternative
0.50 fl oz Martini & Rossi Rosso Sweet Vermouth or alternative
0.25 fl oz Bénédictine D.O.M. Liqueur or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.25 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
0.75 fl oz Chilled water (reduce if wet ice)

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Express lemon zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The White Cloister Martini reimagines the classic martini with a monastic twist that whispers of ancient herbal secrets and Caribbean sunshine.

This elegant cocktail balances the clean, grassy notes of Plantation 3 Stars white rum with the rich botanicals of sweet vermouth and the complex honey-herb character of Bénédictine. Fresh lemon juice adds a bright, citrusy backbone that cuts through the sweetness, resulting in a drink that's simultaneously sophisticated and refreshing. It's perfect for spring and summer evenings when you want something more contemplative than a daiquiri but less intense than a traditional gin martini. Fortunately, this cocktail is relatively simple to prepare—if you can make a basic shaken cocktail, you can craft this delightful variation. The White Cloister Martini pairs beautifully with Mediterranean appetizers like marinated olives, manchego cheese, or prosciutto-wrapped melon, allowing the herbal notes in both food and drink to complement each other. For a memorable dinner party, serve it alongside herb-roasted chicken or seafood dishes that would benefit from the cocktail's subtle complexity and citrus brightness.