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Ginger Martini

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The Ginger Martini is a simple cocktail which displays the flavor profile of a ginger liqueur (specifically Domaine de Canton) nicely. That is because vodka is almost tasteless you get the almost raw flavor of fresh ginger and, in this case, vanilla-honey Cognac. In theory you could garnish this cocktail with some fresh or candied ginger but that can be too much of one flavor and a quick twist of lemon essence dropped into it instead is the perfect pairing.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz vodka
  • 1 1/2 oz ginger liqueur
  • squeeze of fresh lemon juice
  • lemon twist for garnish

Preparation:

  1. Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a lemon twist.

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