Golden Apple Martini
10 min
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easy
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gluten-free,
low-fat
Recipe by Eunice
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
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| 10 min | 0 min | 10 min |
Introduction
This Golden Apple Martini is a crisp, grown-up twist on caramel apples with plenty of sparkle in every sip.
Vodka, sour apple liqueur, and bubbly cider come together for a sweet-tart cocktail that feels light and refreshing.
Edible gold glitter and a gold-sugar rim make it perfect for holiday parties, New Year’s Eve, or any celebration that needs some shimmer.
Ingredients (1 serving)
Ingredients
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How to Make Golden Apple Martini
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Chill the martini glass
Place a martini glass in the freezer for at least 10 minutes.
Leave it longer if you have time, for an extra frosty finish.
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Prepare the gold sugar rim
Pour a tablespoon of lemon juice into a shallow dish.
Spread gold sanding sugar on a separate small plate.
Dip the rim of the chilled glass into lemon juice, then into the sugar.
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Fill the shaker
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
Add vodka, sour apple liqueur, sparkling cider, and lemon juice.
Sprinkle in a pinch of edible gold glitter.
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Shake the cocktail
Seal the shaker and shake hard for 15 to 20 seconds, until very cold.
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Strain and garnish
Strain the drink into the prepared martini glass.
Add a tiny extra sprinkle of gold glitter on top for more shimmer.
Serve immediately while the bubbles are lively and the drink is icy.
Substitutions
- Vodka -> Gin
- Use a floral gin instead of vodka for a more aromatic martini that still stays crisp and strong.
- Sour apple liqueur -> Apple brandy plus lemon
- Swap the neon green sour apple liqueur for apple brandy mixed with a little extra lemon juice. You get a deeper, more grown-up apple flavor and a warmer golden color.
- Sparkling cider -> Dry sparkling wine
- Use a dry prosecco or cava instead of cider for a stronger, less sweet martini that still feels festive and bubbly.
Tips
- Shake until the shaker frosts
- Keep shaking until the outside of the shaker looks frosty and almost painful to hold. That means enough dilution and chill.
- Chill everything for a smoother sip
- Chill the vodka, cider, and glass ahead for the coldest, silkiest texture without needing tons of extra ice.
- Adjust tartness to your taste
- For a sweeter martini, add a splash of simple syrup or a little more cider. For more bite, increase the lemon juice by a quarter ounce.
- Use edible glitter sparingly
- Start with just a pinch of glitter; you can always add more, but too much can feel gritty on the tongue.
- Split into mini martinis
- Pour the drink into two small coupe glasses for lighter servings that still look luxurious on a party tray.
Nutrition Facts *
| Energy | 398 | kcal |
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| Protein | 1 | g |
| Total Fat | 0 | g |
| Carbohydrates | 32 | g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2 | g |
* Approximate, per serving.
Data source: USDA FoodData Central.
FAQ
- Can I make a nonalcoholic version of this golden apple martini?
- Use sparkling cider, lemon juice, and a nonalcoholic apple syrup in place of the vodka and sour apple liqueur. Top with chilled club soda for fizz, then add a tiny pinch of edible glitter.
- My drink tastes too sweet; how can I fix it?
- Add another quarter to half ounce of lemon juice, then shake again to brighten the flavor. You can also add a splash of cold water to soften the sweetness without more alcohol.
- How do I keep the glitter from clumping?
- Sprinkle the glitter into the shaker with the liquids, not directly onto the ice. Shake well so it disperses evenly and does not form little streaks in the glass.
- Can I make a pitcher of golden apple martinis for a party?
- Yes, multiply the ingredients by four or eight and mix them in a large pitcher without ice. Chill the pitcher very well, then shake each serving with ice just before pouring into glasses.
- What if I do not have a cocktail shaker?
- Use a mason jar with a tight lid, fill it with ice and your ingredients, then shake. If you prefer to stir, mix everything in a mixing glass with ice, then strain into your martini glass.
Serving Suggestions
This sparkling golden apple martini pairs beautifully with a cheese board, salty snacks, or simple dark chocolate truffles.
For a signature house version, garnish with a thin apple fan or a tiny gold star cut from apple peel.
Serve in vintage-style coupes for an old-Hollywood feel that matches the drink's glamorous golden shimmer.
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