Ingredients
For the Martini
- 2 oz vanilla vodka
- 1 oz limoncello
- 1 oz Irish cream liqueur or half-and-half
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice
Optional Garnish
- Crushed graham crackers for the rim
- Lemon zest or lemon slice
- Whipped cream
- Toasted marshmallow
Instructions
- Prepare the glass
- Rub a lemon wedge around the rim of a martini glass.
- Dip the rim into crushed graham crackers for a pie-crust effect.
- Mix the cocktail
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add vanilla vodka, limoncello, Irish cream (or half-and-half), lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake well
- Shake vigorously for about 15–20 seconds until chilled and creamy.
- Strain and serve
- Strain into the prepared martini glass.
- Add garnish
- Top with whipped cream, lemon zest, or a toasted marshmallow if desired.
Tips
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
- Chill the martini glass beforehand to keep the drink cold longer.
- For a stronger dessert flavor, add a splash of cake vodka.
- If you want a lighter version, replace cream with coconut milk or almond milk.
- Toast the marshmallow with a kitchen torch for a real meringue-style finish.
- Balance sweetness by adjusting the simple syrup or lemon juice to your taste.
Variations
- Frozen Version: Blend ingredients with ice for a boozy lemon milkshake texture.
- Extra Tart: Add more lemon juice and reduce syrup.
- Creamier Style: Increase cream or use whipped cream vodka.
- Non-Dairy: Use oat cream or coconut cream instead of dairy.
Serve immediately while cold and frothy.
