Strawberry Martini

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Colleen Graham
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Colleen Graham
Freelance writer and cocktail book author Colleen Graham is a seasoned mixologist who loves sharing her knowledge of spirits and passion for preparing drinks.
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Updated on 12/10/21
Strawberry Martini (aka Victoria's Secret Cocktail)

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Prep: 3 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Total: 3 mins
Serving: 1 serving
Yield: 1 cocktail
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
208 Calories
0g Fat
22g Carbs
0g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 1
Amount per serving
Calories 208
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 21g
Protein 0g
Vitamin C 4mg 22%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Iron 0mg 0%
Potassium 34mg 1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

This strawberry martini has a delightful taste and requires just three simple ingredients. The flirty pink martini is a delicate mix of citrus and strawberries. It's perfect for romantic dinners or anytime you want a lovely and not-too-sweet cocktail.

Making this fruity vodka martini could not be any easier. Simply shake the three ingredients and serve. It's a recipe you can quickly memorize, too. For all these reasons, it can quickly become a new favorite among all the tempting strawberry cocktails you could mix up.

Ingredients

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. In a cocktail shaker, pour the citrus vodka, crème de fraises, and lemon juice. Fill with ice.

  3. Shake well.

  4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass with a small amount of ice if desired.

  5. Serve and enjoy.

Tips

  • Martinis that are transparent as this one are good places to use your top-shelf vodka. Many premium brands offer citrus vodka because it's one of the most popular flavors, so you'll find plenty of great options to choose from.
  • Crème de fraises is a sweet strawberry liqueur produced by a number of brands. Look for bottles from Gabriel Bourdier, Giffard, Lejay, and Massenez. It's not the most prolific bottle in liquor stores, but it is out there if you search for it.
  • Feel free to use any other strawberry liqueur, including those from Bols, Fragoli, and Marie Brizard. Avoid creamy strawberry options like Tequila Rose.
  • Fresh lemon juice is going to make a better-tasting cocktail. You can typically get 1 3/4 ounces of juice out of a single lemon, so it's nearly enough for two drinks.
  • To maximize the juice, let your lemon reach room temperature (if stored in the refrigerator) and roll it under the palm of your hand before juicing.

Recipe Variations

  • Citrus vodkas are typically a blend of various citrus fruit flavors. This drink would be just as good with a single citrus. Try it with a lemon or orange vodka; grapefruit would be very interesting as well.
  • You can also make this into a fun and tasty party shot. For that, pour equal parts strawberry liqueur and vodka, then add a splash of lemon.

How Strong Is a Strawberry Martini?

If you're looking for a casual vodka martini that's not too strong, this is the perfect recipe. Since crème de fraises dominates the mix, its average alcohol content is just 14 percent ABV (28 proof). That's just a bit stronger than the average wine.