The Covent Garden Hotel's Saketini – Cocktail Guide
For something a little unexpected, try this elegant, martini-style cocktail. It is delicate, fragrant and easy to sip, and pairs nicely with a few chunks of parmesan.
Japanese-Inspired Martini
Serves 1
30ml gin – choose a premium dry gin
15ml Lillet Blanc – a floral and citrus aperitif
15ml sake – a light, medium-bodied one, ideally
Pour the gin, Lillet Blanc, and sake into a shaker, include a generous scoop of ice and stir thoroughly for 30 seconds to cool. Strain into a well-chilled martini glass and serve.
A refined martini variation with sake