Shaken, not stirred: đž our favourite martini cocktail recipes
From our ultimate guide to making the classic to seasonal fruity twists and inspired desserts, weâve rounded up our favourite martini recipes
According to some martini purists, James Bond was wrong â you should actually stir your martini and never shake it. However you like to prepare yours, weâve rounded up our ultimate recipes inspired by the famous gin and vermouth cocktail. From our ultimate guide to making the perfect classic martini to fruity rhubarb twists and desserts inspired by everyoneâs favourite espresso martini, we have all the recipes youâll ever need to celebrate the bar menu staple.
Classic martini
Our guide to making the perfect martini.
Recipe: Classic martini
Pickletini recipe
The viral cocktail James Bond would hate, but we're hooked on.
Recipe: Pickletini recipe
Rhubarb martinis
Homemade rhubarb syrup turns this martini recipe into something extra special.
Recipe: Rhubarb martinis
Frozen espresso martini
We love an espresso martini and this frozen version is seriously tasty â hello, summer!
Recipe: Frozen espresso martini
Espresso martini panna cotta
Weâve turned the popular espresso martini cocktail into a luxurious dessert, perfect for a dinner party.
Recipe: Espresso martini panna cotta
French martini
Use a good quality vodka, such as Russian Standard, in this rosy tipple.
Recipe: French martini
Espresso martini
This classic cocktail is perfect if you love all things coffee.
Espresso martini liqueur
Try drizzling over your favourite ice cream, stir a little into hot chocolate or simply serve over ice.
Recipe: Espresso martini liqueur
Espresso martini cake
Layers of squidgy coffee and KahlĂșa-infused chocolate sponge are sandwiched together with an ever-so-addictive coffee-spiked cream cheese icing.
Recipe: Espresso martini cake
Espresso martini trifle
This chocolate trifle recipe couldnât be easier.
Recipe: Espresso martini trifle
Espresso martini meringue tart
All of the rich, dark flavours of an espresso martini in a showstopper tart!
Recipe: Espresso martini meringue tart
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