What is a French martini?
Emerging in the late 80s and 90s, the French martini exemplifies the era’s vogue for fruity and sweet vodka cocktails. It’s not what you’d classically call a martini – made with pineapple juice, vodka and raspberry liqueur, it’s smooth and easy drinking.
French martini ingredients
Be restrained with your use of liqueur and pineapple juice (use the freshest you can find) to ensure the drink doesn’t become too sweet. Chambord Black Raspberry liqueur is classically used here, but try playing around with other berry liqueurs such as crème de cassis. Use a good-quality vodka – we’ve tried and tested the best ones here.
Bar hacks
Shake the cocktail well to ensure a smooth and creamy mouthfeel to the drink. Use a chilled martini glass.
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Make it a non-alcoholic French martini
Swap the vodka for a non-alcoholic white spirit.
French martini recipe
