The Covent Garden Hotel's Sake Martini – Recipe
For something a little unexpected, sample this refined martini-inspired drink. It is delicate, fragrant and easy to sip, and pairs nicely with a few chunks of parmesan.
Sake Martini
Serves 1
30ml gin – choose a premium dry gin
15ml Lillet Blanc – an aromatic French aperitif wine
15ml sake – a light, medium-bodied one, ideally
Combine the gin, Lillet Blanc, and sake in a cocktail shaker, toss in plenty of ice cubes and stir for 30 seconds to chill well. Filter into a pre-chilled martini glass and present.
A sophisticated cocktail with Japanese flair
