Brasserie Max's Saketini – Recipe

For something a little unexpected, enjoy this sophisticated cocktail. It is delicate, fragrant and easy to sip, and pairs nicely with a few chunks of parmesan.

Sake Martini

Yields one serving

30ml gin – choose a premium dry gin

15ml Lillet Blanc – a floral and citrus aperitif

15ml sake – a light, medium-bodied one, ideally

Pour the gin, Lillet Blanc, and sake into a shaker, toss in plenty of ice cubes and stir thoroughly for 30 seconds to cool. Filter into a pre-chilled martini glass and present.

A refined martini variation with sake

Scott Johnson
Scott Johnson

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