There are many types of martini. A classic martini is made with gin and vermouth, while a Dry Martini made with gin, vermouth and bitters and Dirty Martini Olive brine is added to the mix. We love famous martinis like the Vesper Martini and the French Martini.
We also enjoy dessert martini and other variations such as Espresso Martini And this Lychee MartiniOften these drinks have little in common with a classic martini, other than the fact that they are served in a martini glass. Cocktail menus are now filled with martinis in every flavour you can imagine, so we’ve rounded up over 30 of the most popular types of martini for you to check out.
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French Martini
The French Martini is an excellent cocktail that only requires three ingredients: vodka, pineapple juice, and raspberry liqueur.
Vesper Martini
The Vesper Martini is made of vodka, gin and Lillet served ice cold and always with a lemon. This Martini is famous as a James Bond cocktail.
Dirty Martini
Learn how to make a Dirty Martini using a combination of gin (or vodka!), dry vermouth, and olive brine.
Espresso Martini
This is the most popular dessert martini recipe. It is a great drink to have before or after dinner. To make this iconic martini, combine espresso, vodka, Kahlua, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
Dry Martini
A dry martini is made with gin (or vodka), dry vermouth and, optionally, a dash of orange bitters. Garnish your dry martini with an olive or lemon juice.
Last Word Cocktail
Learn how to make the classic Last Word cocktail using gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur and fresh lemon juice.
Lychee Martini
This fruity and floral flavored martini is made with vodka, orange liqueur, lychee puree, and lychee fruit. It’s magical!
Cosmopolitan Recipe
A balanced cocktail made with cranberry juice, vodka, orange liqueur and lemon juice. It’s refreshing, not too sweet and easy to make at home.
pink Lady
A classic cocktail, the Pink Lady is a drier and more tart flavour than you might expect from its deep pink colour. A mix of dry gin, applejack brandy, lemon and grenadine are combined with egg whites to create a creamy frothy top that is both delicious and beautiful to look at.
Aviation Cocktail
Learn how to make a classic Aviation cocktail using gin, Maraschino liqueur, Creme de Violette liqueur, and lemon juice.
Chocolate Martini
How to make a delicious sweet chocolate martini at home. Our recipe uses chocolate liqueur, Irish cream liqueur, vodka, chocolate syrup and grated chocolate as a garnish.
Lemon Drop Martini
This fresh citrus flavored martini is made with vodka (or gin), orange liqueur, simple syrup and fresh lemon juice.
Appletini (Sour Apple Martini)
A dessert cocktail made with vodka, sour apple schnapps, apple juice and lemon juice.
El Presidente Cocktail
Learn how to make the El Presidente cocktail using white rum, dry vermouth, orange curaçao and grenadine syrup.
Manhattan Drinks
The Manhattan is a cousin of the martini, using rye whiskey instead of gin. This drink is made with rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters.
Key Lime Martini
The Key lime variation is made using lime juice, vodka (or gin), cream of coconut, and orange liqueur.
Bees Knees Cocktail
Learn how to make the classic Bees Knee cocktail with three ingredients: gin, honey syrup and lemon juice.
Classic Gimlet Cocktail
Learn how to make a classic gimlet using lemon juice, gin and simple syrup. This simple recipe is so refreshing and perfectly balanced.
Army and Navy Cocktail
This cocktail is made with gin, lemon juice, orgeat syrup and bitters.
Elderflower Martini
This martini is made with lemon vodka, elderflower liqueur, cranberry juice, and lemon.
Sidecar Drink
Learn how to make the classic Sidecar cocktail with cognac, orange liqueur, lemon juice and an orange twist. We love the sugar rim.
Pomegranate Martini
Learn how to make a Pomegranate Martini with a decorative floral garnish.
Vodka Martini
Learn how to make a classic vodka martini with several small variations.
Pumpkin Pie Martini
Learn how to make a Pumpkin Pie Martini – perfect for autumn.
Eggnog Martini
Our Eggnog Martini recipe is a perfect cocktail for Christmas festivities.
Birthday Cake Martini
Learn how to make a Birthday Cake Martini to celebrate a loved one’s birthday!
Cranberry Martini
Learn how to make a Cranberry and Ginger Martini.
Halloween Martini
Learn how to make a Halloween Martini — it’s a lychee martini with eyes to celebrate the spooky season.
Caramel Apple Martini
Our Caramel Apple Martini is a great dessert martini recipe you can try.
Almond Joy Martini
With Halloween so close, it’s no surprise that candy is on our minds. Learn how to make an Almond Joy Martini with this easy recipe.
Cookies and Cream Martini
Do you like cookies and cream ice cream? If yes, then you must try this martini! It is one of our favorite things to serve to guests as a dessert cocktail.
Martini Tips:
- cold glass – Always use a chilled martini glass. Place your glass in the freezer for 30 minutes (or more) before using.
- Glassware Options – A Classic Martini Glass Always a good option. We love using these too Modern Martini Glass And Coupe Specs For many recipes.
More recipes to try:
- Brunch Drinks , touch me Not, Bloody Mary, Tequila Sunrise, Irish coffee
- Classic Cocktails , old fashioned, The Negroni, Boulevardier, a type of narcotic
- Refreshing cocktails , Mojito, tom collins, Paloma, Aperol Spritz
- Party Cocktails , Jello shots, Green Tea Shot, Pudding Shots
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