Nice List Martini

What is Nice List Martini?

The Nice List Martini is a festive holiday cocktail that blends the warmth of winter spices with bright, fruity flavors for a drink as cheerful as the season itself. This cocktail is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and seasonal spice, featuring a combination of vodka, peach mead, Cointreau, lemon juice, and spiced cranberry syrup. Whether hosting a Christmas party or relaxing by the fire, this sophisticated yet playful martini will make you feel merry and bright. Its gorgeous ruby-red hue and elegant garnish make it as much of a visual treat as it is a flavorful indulgence.

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Ingredients for Nice List Martini

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Step‑by‑Step Instructions

1. Chill a martini glass in the freezer for 5-10 minutes. Optional: Rim the glass with sugar by moistening the rim with lemon juice and dipping it in granulated sugar.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, peach mead, Cointreau, lemon juice, and spiced cranberry syrup. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into the chilled martini glass, and optionally garnish with a skewer of sugared cranberries or a delicate twist of lemon for a festive and elegant finish.

Why You'll Love It?

Balanced, approachable, and endlessly enjoyable—this cocktail delivers flavor in every sip. It’s a go-to recipe that fits just as well at happy hour as it does at a weekend celebration.