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Pistachio Martini

A creamy, nutty cocktail blending vodka, pistachio liqueur, and cream for a dessert-like experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Modern American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces vodka preferably premium
  • 1 ounce pistachio liqueur such as Amaretto or Frangelico
  • 0.5 ounce heavy cream
  • 0.5 ounce white chocolate liqueur optional but recommended
  • Ice for shaking
  • Crushed pistachios for garnish
  • Salt for rimming optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Martini glass or coupe glass
  • Jigger (1.5-ounce and 0.5-ounce)
  • Strainer
  • Bar spoon
  • Mixing glass
  • Ice

Method
 

  1. Chill your martini glass or coupe glass in the freezer for at least five minutes.
  2. Fill your cocktail shaker halfway with fresh ice.
  3. Measure and add 2 ounces of vodka to the shaker.
  4. Add 1 ounce of pistachio liqueur to the shaker.
  5. Pour in 0.5 ounce of heavy cream and 0.5 ounce of white chocolate liqueur.
  6. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for ten seconds.
  7. Remove your glass from the freezer and strain the cocktail into the glass.
  8. Garnish with crushed pistachios on top or around the rim.

Notes

Serve immediately for the best creamy texture.