The holidays wouldn’t be complete without the ripe, sweet taste of cherries that often make their way into the best seasonal treats. This cherry Martini cocktail highlights the flavor of cherries and botanical notes of gin, making it perfect for both fancy holiday parties and an evening comfortably cuddled up by the fireplace.
Ingredients
1 ounce Tanqueray No. Ten Gin
¾ ounce dry vermouth
1 ½ ounces black cherry juice
Black cherry garnish (Optional)
Directions
Combine ingredients in a mixing glass or cocktail shaker with ice.
Stir until thoroughly chilled and strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Skewer the cherry with a toothpick and add as garnish (optional).