The Earl Grey Martini is a sophisticated twist on a classic that’s perfect for evenings that blur into twilight.
Looking for a fun twist on a traditional martini?
The classic martini is a love letter to juniper. In all its bracing glory, gin takes center stage, leaving little room for subtlety.But what if you crave a martini with a touch of intrigue? A hint of something unexpected, like, well, tea time? Enter the Earl Grey Martini.
This martini is for the discerning martini drinker, the one who appreciates subtle floral notes, a whisper of bergamot that mingles with the distinctive flavor of gin. It’s a martini for those afternoons that blur into twilight when a little pick-me-up is desired, but elegance is non-negotiable. Think of it as Audrey Hepburn’s martini, a sophisticated twist on a classic, like a dry martini or a dirty smoked martini.
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What You Need to Make an Earl Grey Martini
How to Make an Earl Grey Martini
- To make the simple syrup, add the tea bags to a large mug or bowl with the boiling water.
- Allow the tea to steep for about 10 minutes, and then remove the tea bags.
- Add the tea and sugar to a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
- Store the sugar syrup in a glass jar.
- Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until chilled.
- Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a lemon twist.
Expert Martini Cocktail Tips
- Since gin is the main player in this martini, choose a good one! A botanical gin with floral or citrus notes will complement the Earl Grey flavors beautifully. We are currently crushing on Hendricks Midsummer Solstice.
- A lemon twist is classic, but don’t be afraid to experiment! A sprig of fresh lavender adds a touch of floral elegance, or a single bergamot peel offers an intense citrus punch.
How to Serve This Cocktail
This Earl Grey Martini is perfect as a sophisticated pre-dinner drink with appetizers or a refreshing evening cocktail. Strain it into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a twist of lemon peel for an elegant presentation.
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This Earl Grey Martini is for the grown-up you, the one who appreciates a touch of intrigue, a hint of citrus that lingers on the palate long after the last sip. If you try this recipe, please rate the recipe card and leave a comment down below to help out the next reader!
Earl Grey Martini Recipe
Equipment
- cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- mug or bowl
- Saucepan
- Stirring spoon
- glass jar
- martini glass
Ingredients
For the earl grey simple syrup
- 2-3 earl grey tea bags
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 granulated sugar
For the cocktail
- 1 oz earl grey simple syrup
- 2 oz gin
- ½ oz lemon juice
- Lemon peel for garnish
Instructions
For the earl grey simple syrup
- Add the tea bags to a large mug or bowl with the boiling water.
- Allow the tea to steep for about 10 minutes then remove the tea bags.
- Add the tea and sugar to a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
- Store in a glass jar.
For the cocktail
- Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until chilled.
- Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a lemon twist.