Mint Raspberry Martini

Muddled fresh raspberries and mint shaken with gin, raspberry liqueur and fresh lime then topped off with sparkling water.

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This mint raspberry martini is very refreshing and a great cocktail to enjoy with friends or just sit and sip to wind down after a long day. We even had someone tell us this was the best drink they have ever had!

two raspberry martinis in stemless martini glasses with a hand setting the garnish on top of one of them

The raspberries give it such a bright and fresh flavor, you can strain them out and still get the awesome flavor or you can leave them in if you like little bits to munch on in your drink 😀.

what you need to make mint raspberry martini

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ingredient list

  • Gin
  • Raspberry liqueur
  • Limes
  • Fresh mint
  • Fresh raspberries
  • Ice
  • Sparkling water (plain unsweetened)

tools list

  • Cocktail shaker (a mason jar with a lid works great)
  • Cocktail strainer
  • Muddler

This is the cocktail making set we have.

extra tips for this recipe

Can I use vodka instead of gin?

You totally can!

Do I have to use raspberry liqueur?

It would alter the taste of the drink completely to leave it out so we definitely recommend using it.

how to make mint raspberry martini

Step by step instructions below or scroll down for printable version

directions

Place 3 fresh raspberries and 4-6 mint leaves in a cocktail shaker and muddle until the raspberries are broken up and the mint is fragrant.

Add 2 ounces gin, 1 ounce raspberry liqueur, 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice and a handful of ice, shake for about 30 seconds or until very cold.

Pour through a cocktail strainer into a chilled (optional) martini glass. Top with 3 ounces sparkling water (chilled) garnish with raspberries and mint on a cocktail pick if desired.

Tip: You can use a mesh strainer for a clear drink or a regular cocktail strainer if you want some of the raspberry pieces in your drink.

two raspberry cocktails in stemless martini glasses on an outdoor table

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Mint Raspberry Martini

This mint raspberry martini is very refreshing and a great cocktail to enjoy with friends or just sit and sip to wind down after a long day. We even had someone tell us this was the best drink they have ever had!
Prep Time 5 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 drink
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker a mason jar with a lid works great
  • Muddler
  • Cocktail strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 3 fresh Raspberries
  • 4-6 Mint leaves
  • 2 ounces Gin
  • 1 ounce Raspberry liqueur
  • ½ ounce Fresh lime juice
  • 1 handful Ice cubes
  • 3 ounces Plain sparkling water (unsweetened) chilled

Instructions
 

  • Put the raspberries and and mint in the cocktail shaker and muddle until the raspberries are broken up and the mint is fragrant.
  • Add the gin, liqueur, lime juice and ice. Shake for about 30 seconds or until very cold. Pour through a cocktail strainer* into a chilled (optional) martini glass. Top with the sparkling water. Garnish with raspberries and mint on a cocktail pick if desired.

Notes

* You can use a mesh strainer if you want a clear drink or use a regular cocktail strainer if you want some of the raspberry pieces in your drink.
Keyword raspberry cocktail

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