Kiwi Martini
The Kiwi Martini is a strong vodka spirit-forward cocktail, fruity on the palate. Shaken and served in a cocktail glass.
- 3 min
- Cocktail glass
- Shaken
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 34 out of 100
- Sweet
- 29 out of 100
- Fruity
- 56 out of 100
- Boozy
- 74 out of 100
How to make a Kiwi Martini
To make a Kiwi Martini, shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass: ½ oz kiwi, ¼ oz simple syrup and 1½ oz vodka. Garnish with kiwi.
You'll need
- Kiwi½ oz
- Simple syrup¼ oz
- Vodka1½ oz
- Kiwigarnish
Pairs well with: Simple syrup · All syrups
Instructions
- 1
Chill a cocktail glass: fill it with ice and water while you mix, then tip it out.
- 2
Add kiwi and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker and press gently with a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon to release the juice.
- 3
Add vodka to the shaker.
- 4
Fill the shaker with ice.
- 5
Shake hard for 10-15 seconds, until the outside is frosty.
- 6
Strain into the chilled cocktail glass.
- 7
Garnish with a kiwi.
Why shake? A hard shake chills the drink quickly and blends everything evenly.
Kiwi Martini questions
What does a Kiwi Martini taste like, and is it sweet?
Not really: it's mostly fruity, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a strong drink at about 22% ABV once mixed.
How much alcohol is in a Kiwi Martini?
About 22% ABV after mixing with ice, stronger than wine, lighter than a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a Kiwi Martini and an Espresso Martini?
Both use simple syrup and vodka. The Kiwi Martini adds kiwi, while the Espresso Martini uses Kahlua. The Espresso Martini is the stronger of the two.
Should a Kiwi Martini be shaken or stirred?
Shaken: simple syrup needs a hard shake to mix and chill properly.
What glass do you serve a Kiwi Martini in?
A cocktail glass.