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Top-down view of a beautifully crafted Mistletoe Martini served in a clear martini glass placed on a white marble countertop. The cocktail is a vibrant cherry red, garnished with fresh raspberries and a sprig of rosemary, highlighting its festive appeal. The clean background adds elegance and keeps the viewer's focus on the cocktail. This image visually represents the final drink, ideal for holiday cocktail menus, seasonal social media posts, or recipe blogs looking to showcase holiday-themed cocktails with a sophisticated presentation.

Mistletoe Martini Recipe

A festive Mistletoe Martini with a perfect blend of vodka, cherry brandy, and lime juice, garnished with raspberries and rosemary for a delightful holiday treat that's quick, easy, and visually stunning.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktail, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 245 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Strainer
  • Glass (martini glass)
  • Muddler (optional, for raspberries)

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ounces vodka I use Grey Goose
  • 2 ounces cherry brandy
  • 2 ounces lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 ounce simple syrup or more to your taste

Garnish:

  • 6 raspberries fresh
  • 2 sprigs rosemary fresh

Instructions
 

  • Add vodka, cherry brandy, lime juice, and simple syrup into a cocktail shaker.
  • Fill the shaker with ice and secure the lid tightly.
    A top-down view of the second step in the Mistletoe Martini recipe, showing clear ice cubes being added to a silver cocktail shaker already filled with vodka, cherry brandy, lime juice, and simple syrup. The shaker sits on a white marble countertop, surrounded by a jigger and small empty ingredient bowls. This step visually emphasizes the importance of chilling the cocktail mixture before serving. The clean and organized setup reflects a professional and home-friendly approach to cocktail making, perfect for visual storytelling in recipes.
  • Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill and mix.
    This image shows the third step of the Mistletoe Martini recipe, where the cocktail shaker is being held and shaken vigorously over a white marble countertop. Inside the shaker are vodka, cherry brandy, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice. The action shot captures the energy and motion needed to properly blend and chill the ingredients. This step is essential for a well-balanced martini and ensures the flavors are fully incorporated. The consistent color theme and minimalist setup add elegance and clarity to the visual instructions.
  • Strain the mixture into a martini glass.
    Top-down image of the fourth step in the Mistletoe Martini recipe, where the chilled red cocktail is being strained from a silver shaker into a clear martini glass using a small strainer. The white marble countertop provides a bright and clean background, keeping the viewer’s focus on the drink. This step ensures a smooth, ice-free pour, resulting in a vibrant and visually appealing cocktail. This image captures the elegance of cocktail presentation and is ideal for illustrating quality and professionalism in recipe content.
  • Garnish with fresh raspberries and rosemary sprigs.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy your festive Mistletoe Martini!
    Top-down view of a beautifully crafted Mistletoe Martini served in a clear martini glass placed on a white marble countertop. The cocktail is a vibrant cherry red, garnished with fresh raspberries and a sprig of rosemary, highlighting its festive appeal. The clean background adds elegance and keeps the viewer's focus on the cocktail. This image visually represents the final drink, ideal for holiday cocktail menus, seasonal social media posts, or recipe blogs looking to showcase holiday-themed cocktails with a sophisticated presentation.