Cocktail
Appletini
How to make an Appletini: the green-shimmering Apple Martini of vodka, apple liqueur and a dash of lemon. A sweet-sour party classic in a martini glass.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Martini glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Appletini is the bright-green Apple Martini that caused a stir in the late 1990s. The mix of vodka, apple liqueur and a dash of lemon is sweet-sour, refreshing and mixed in no time at all.
Instructions
- Add vodka, apple liqueur, lemon juice and sugar syrup to a shaker.
- Fill with plenty of ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 12 seconds.
- Strain into a pre-chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a thin apple slice on the rim.
Garnish: Thin apple slice
Pro tip: Use a green apple liqueur for the typical colour. A fresh apple slice on the rim enhances the apple aroma visually and in the nose.
Frequently asked questions
Which liqueur makes the Appletini green?
A green apple liqueur such as Apple Sour provides the characteristic colour and the sweet-sour apple flavour.
Can I make the Appletini without sugar?
Yes, leave out the sugar syrup if the apple liqueur is sweet enough for you. The drink then becomes a little fresher and more tart.
Where does the Appletini come from?
The Apple Martini became popular in the USA in the late 1990s and is regarded as the epitome of the colourful martini wave of that era.
Ingredients
- Vodka5 cl
- Apple liqueur (Apple Sour)3 cl
- Lemon juice1,5 cl
- Sugar syrup1 cl
- Apple slice1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
