Follow these steps for perfect results
sake
plum wine
vodka
fresh ginger
thin slice
crystallized ginger
thin slice
lime
tiny wedge
Fill a 3-cup cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour in 1/4 cup sake.
Pour in 1/4 cup plum wine.
Pour in 1/4 cup vodka.
Add 1 thin slice of fresh ginger (the size of a quarter).
Shake well until the drink is well chilled, approximately 20 seconds.
Strain the cocktail into a martini glass.
Garnish the rim of the glass with a thin slice of crystallized ginger.
Add a tiny wedge of lime to garnish.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the sweetness by adding a splash of simple syrup if desired.
For a stronger ginger flavor, muddle the fresh ginger before shaking.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be prepared up to a day in advance and refrigerated.
Serve in a chilled martini glass with a crystallized ginger slice and a lime wedge on the rim.
Serve as an aperitif.
Pair with Japanese appetizers.
To complement the sweetness.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Sake and plum wine are traditional Japanese beverages often enjoyed during celebrations.
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