Pickle Juice Martini
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
100 kcal
Pickle Juice Martini
Description
This martini features a mix of vodka and vermouth enhanced with dill pickle juice, giving it a salty and tangy character. Fresh dill is added and shaken with ice in the pickle juice jar, infusing herbal aromas into the drink. Chilling the glasses beforehand ensures the cocktail is served cold and refreshing.
After shaking, the cocktail is strained through a fine sieve to remove dill sprigs and ice before pouring into the glasses. Garnishing with pickle spears and dill sprigs adds visual appeal and reinforces the pickle flavor. The combination makes for a briny, herbaceous twist on the traditional martini.
The recipe notes suggest alternatives for garnishes, such as skewers of pickled vegetables, to enhance visual interest and flavor variety.
Ingredients
- 3 oz dill pickle juice
- 1.5 oz vermouth
- 3 oz vodka
- 2 pickle spears
- 1 prig dill fresh
Instructions
- Place the martini glasses in the freezer 10 minutes before you make the martinis.
- Add the vermouth, vodka, fresh dill, and some ice to the pickle jar. Place the lid back on and shake vigorously.
- Take the chilled martini glass out of the freezer. Placing a fine sieve (or this OXO strainer that we love) over the top of the pickle jar, pour the martini into both glasses.
- Garnish with pickle spears and fresh dill. ENJOY!
Notes
- Use 1 oz equal to 2 tablespoons if you do not have a jigger for measuring spirits.
- For garnish variation, assemble skewers with pickled vegetables like carrots, tomatoes, and olives for color and taste contrast.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1martini | |
| Calories | 100kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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