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    Home » Cocktail » Mistletoe Martini | The Kissing Cocktail

    Mistletoe Martini | The Kissing Cocktail

    Last updated on February 28, 2020. Originally posted on November 29, 2018 By Elaine 14 Comments

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    This mistletoe martini recipe is a delight. Not only is it different from your average martini, it’s also simple and delicious. The combination of cherry brandy with the sweet and sour flavors gives this martini a special taste that continues to satisfy with each sip.

    Bowl and curved martini glasses filled with the festive cocktail with raspberries and rosemary in as garnish

    There are so many variations of the mistletoe martini on the internet!  That is the case with many cocktails.  You can find so many variations, it will make you wonder which one came first.  But that is the best thing about cooking and cocktail making: variation.

    Even though you have recipes to follow for food and cocktails, there is always room for you to experiment. You get to choose if you want to alter anything in a recipe.

    I tend to like my cocktails less sweet than the average person, so if it calls for a sweet and sour mix, I always go for a 1:2 ratio. But, that may not be what you like, so you can add more sweetener if it matches your taste.

    All that I ask is that you first try this mistletoe martini as written, and then add more sweetener if you prefer.

    This post may contain affiliate links, which means I get a small commission, at no additional cost to you, if you click the link and buy something. You can read my disclosure here.

    Helpful tips

    • When choosing limes:
      • Always smell to make sure they still have a scent; that means they’re fresh.
      • Pick them as green as you can and bypass the yellowish ones.
      • Pick the heavy ones because heavier means juicier.
    • I use raspberries as a garnish in this martini but you may also use cranberries
    • This cocktail can be made with mid range vodka but for martinis, I always prefer a premium brand, like Grey Goose.
    • People always ask me where I got the martini glasses featured in these photos. They’re both from Crate & Barrel.  They are such pretty glasses and fun to serve cocktails in.

    How to make the mistletoe martini

    Get two martini glasses, a measuring glass and a cocktail shaker and fill the shaker halfway with ice.

    After measuring out the ingredients, add them to the shaker.

    Step one

    Gather the ingredients – cherry brandy, vodka, lime and simple syrup.

    Cherry brandy, vodka, lime juice and simple syrup on a black table with glassware and a shaker

    Step two

    Measure 4 ounces vodka. (A)

    Step three

    Measure 2 ounces cherry brandy. (B)

    Vodka and cherry liqueur measured out with the bottles in the background

    Step four

    Measure 2 ounces lime juice (C)

    Step five

    Measure 1 ounce simple syrup (D)

    Lime juice and simple syrup measured out with the lime and bottle in the background

    Step six

    Cap shaker and vigorously shake for 30 seconds.

    Step seven

    Strain contents equally between the two martini glasses.

    Step eight

    Spear eight raspberries on two martini picks and get two sprigs of rosemary.

    Raspberries on skewers and rosemary on a plate for garnish for the cocktail

    Step nine

    Place one raspberry spear and a sprig of rosemary in each cocktail

    Close up of the bowl glass filled with the martini with raspberries and rosemary in the glass as garnish

    And now the vertical view.

    Vertical view of the bowl glass filled with the cocktail with colorful garnish

    All that is left is to sip this delicious drink.

    I hope you enjoyed this mistletoe martini recipe.

    Other popular martini cocktail recipes

    • Vodka Dirty Martini
    • Cucumber Mint Martini
    • Chocolate Martini
    • Lemon Drop Martini

    And as always, may all your dishes/drinks be delish!

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    Bowl and curved martini glasses filled with the festive cocktail with raspberries and rosemary in as garnish - square

    Mistletoe Martini

    This is a wonderful mix of ingredients that makes a delicious and festive cocktail!
    5 from 8 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Cocktails
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: holiday cocktail, martini, mistletoe martini
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 2 Cocktails
    Calories: 245kcal
    Author: Elaine Benoit

    Ingredients

    • 4 ounces vodka (I use Grey Goose)
    • 2 ounces cherry brandy
    • 2 ounces lime juice (freshly squeezed)
    • 1 ounce simple syrup (or more to your taste)

    Garnish

    • 6 raspberries (fresh)
    • 2 sprigs rosemary (fresh)

    Instructions

    • Spear 4 raspberries on each martini pick and set aside 2 rosemary sprigs
    • Fill your cocktail shaker halfway with ice
    • Add vodka, cherry brandy, lime juice and simple syrup
    • Cap shaker and shake vigorously for 30 seconds
    • Strain and divide between the two glasses
    • Add a spear of raspberries and a sprig of rosemary to each glass
    • Sip
    • Smile
    • Enjoy

    Equipment

    cocktail shaker
    measuring glass
    martini glasses
    martini picks
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    Notes

    Tips on making the Mistletoe Martini:
    • When choosing limes:
      • Always smell to make sure they still have a scent; that means they’re fresh.
      • Pick them as green as you can and bypass the yellowish ones.
      • Pick the heavy ones because heavier means juicier.
    • I use raspberries as a garnish in this martini but you may also use cranberries
    • This cocktail can be made with mid range vodka but for martinis, I always prefer a premium brand, like Grey Goose.
    • People always ask me where I got the martini glasses featured in these photos. They’re both from Crate & Barrel.  They are such pretty glasses and fun to serve cocktails in.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Cocktail | Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 33mg | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin C: 10.1mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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    Comments

    1. Dannii

      November 29, 2018 at 11:29 am

      These are so festive. I am definitely going to make some of these for our Christmas party!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        November 29, 2018 at 1:58 pm

        I hope you enjoy this lovely drink. Thank you Dannii!

        Reply
    2. Amanda

      November 29, 2018 at 11:37 am

      I always love a fun and festive cocktail! This looks so perfect for the holidays. Definitely putting this on my cocktail menu for the holidays.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        November 29, 2018 at 1:58 pm

        Thanks so much Amanda! I hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    3. Jacqueline Debono

      November 29, 2018 at 11:40 am

      Love the name mistletoe martini! Haven’t heard it before. Like you I don’t like my cocktails too sweet. So your sweet/sour ratio sounds good.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        November 29, 2018 at 1:58 pm

        Thanks Jacqueline! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Sherri

      November 29, 2018 at 12:15 pm

      I’ve never had cherry brandy before. I will have to give it a try and make these mistletoe martinis! They are so perfect for holiday parties or to sip on while wrapping gifts and watching those Hallmark Christmas movies. 🙂

      Reply
      • Elaine

        November 29, 2018 at 1:59 pm

        Woohoo Sherri! I agree!

        Reply
    5. Chris

      November 30, 2018 at 8:26 am

      WHAT a pretty cocktail! Never would have thought of either garnish alone, much less together. Great recipe.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        November 30, 2018 at 2:45 pm

        Thank you Chris! I appreciate it!

        Reply
    6. Heidy

      November 30, 2018 at 5:45 pm

      Hello, these Holiday Cocktails look magnificent! I could totally drink a few or 10 today! Lol!!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        November 30, 2018 at 7:14 pm

        Hehe. Thanks Heidy!

        Reply
    7. Monica | Nourish + Fete

      November 30, 2018 at 9:38 pm

      These are so pretty, Elaine! I love the combination of raspberries and rosemary for garnishes!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        December 03, 2018 at 10:41 am

        Thank you Monica! 🙂

        Reply

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