Easy
Sweet
3 minutes
Cocktail Glass
Ingredients
How to Make a Almond Martini
Bar tools you’ll need
Fine Strainer
Jigger
Boston Shaker
How to Mix
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Fill a Cocktail Shaker with Ice Cubes.
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Add Absolut Vodka, fresh pressed Apple Juice, fresh Lemon Juice, Orgeat Almond Syrup, and a dash of Peach Bitters.
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Shake until well mixed and chilled.
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Strain into a chilled Cocktail Glass.
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Garnish with an Almond.
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Sip and enjoy!
All about the Almond Martini Cocktail
An Almond Martini is a spirit-forward cocktail celebrated for its silky mouthfeel and nutty profile. You’ll combine Absolut Vodka, Fresh Pressed Apple Juice, Lime juice and Orgeat Almond Syrup, and just a dash of Peach Bitters. It’s typically shaken with ice, strained into a chilled Cocktail Glass, and finished with an Almond garnish. The result delivers a subtly sweet, aromatic sip that feels just right for unwinding on any occasion. This almond martini drink is perfect for both beginners and seasoned home mixers.
An Almond Martini greets you with creamy and nutty notes from Orgeat Almond Syrup, layered over crisp apple and subtle fruity aromas. It strikes a perfect balance-silky, slightly sweet, with a gentle almond finish that lingers.
- Temperature Control Chill your glass in the freezer before serving. This keeps your Almond Martini crisp and aromatic down to the last sip.
- Technique Refinements Shake hard and fast with your Cocktail Shaker. This aerates the mix, maximizing smoothness and nutty flavor from the Orgeat Almond Syrup.
- Ingredient Adjustments Fresh Pressed Apple Juice and Lime Juice can make a big difference. Use it if you can for a brighter, cleaner profile in your Almond Martini drink.
- Garnish Strategy Toast your Almond garnish in a pan for a minute before using. The aroma hits you first, setting up the flavor before your lips even touch the glass.
- Proportional Balance Taste before you pour. If the Almond Martini is too sweet, cut the Orgeat slightly. If too crisp, bump it up a touch. Always aim for a smooth, nutty balance.
- Toasted Almond Garnish Lightly toast your Almond before placing it on your drink. It amplifies the nutty aroma and adds a touch of sophistication.
- Apple Fan Add a thin slice of fresh Apple as an elegant extra garnish. It highlights the crisp fruit note and looks fantastic for guests or photos.
- Almond Joy Martini Inspiration If you want more dessert vibes, take a cue from the Almond Joy Martini by adding a hint of chocolate liqueur-just be sparing so you don’t overpower that signature almond-crisp profile.
Almond Martini FAQ
An Almond Martini focuses on crisp, fruity notes with Orgeat and apple, while a Toasted Almond Martini usually combines coffee liqueur and cream for a richer, dessert-inspired taste. Both highlight almond flavor in unique ways.
You can pre-mix Absolut Vodka, Orgeat Almond Syrup, Apple juice, Lime juice, and Peach Bitters ahead of time, but shake with ice and strain right before serving to keep it crisp and chilled.
No, the Almond Martini contains no dairy. It uses Orgeat Almond Syrup for its signature flavor.
Classic Absolut Vodka is perfect for an Almond Martini because its clean profile supports the nutty, fruit-driven flavors.
If it’s tricky to find, Almond Syrup is a fairly good substitute.
The Almond Martini has a subtly sweet and nutty flavor, but it’s more spirit-forward and crisp than a classic dessert cocktail like the Almond Joy Martini.
