Nice List Martini
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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.
Don't forget to see what other drinks you can make with the ingredients you already have in your bar.
Why You'll Love It?
- Bright + festive — citrusy vodka and lemon juice pair beautifully with cozy holiday flavors.
- Balanced + flavorful — peach mead and spiced cranberry syrup add depth without overwhelming sweetness.
- Holiday standout — elegant, fruity, and spiced, it tastes like a Christmas celebration in a glass.
Ingredients for Nice List Martini
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| 1½ oz vodka (buy) | ✘ |
| ½ oz cointreau liqueur (buy) | ✘ |
| ¾ oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed) (buy) | ✘ |
| 1 oz peach mead (buy) | ✘ |
| ¾ oz spiced cranberry syrup (buy) | ✘ |
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Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
