Captivating the essence of the desert, the prickly pear martini is a delightful cocktail that blends the flavors of the Southwest with a touch of sophistication. This unique libation features the vibrant prickly pear cactus fruit, known for its sweet and slightly tangy taste, which is skillfully combined with quality tequila, zesty lime juice, and a hint of Cointreau or orange liqueur. Garnished with a twist of lime and a sprinkle of salt, the prickly pear martini offers a tantalizing journey for your palate, leaving you refreshed and invigorated. As we delve into the world of mixology, let's uncover the secrets behind crafting the perfect prickly pear martini, exploring variations and garnishes that enhance this extraordinary cocktail experience.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PRICKLY PEAR MARTINI RECIPE
Prickly Pear Martini is a great variation for a martini. Cheers!
Provided by Dan George
Categories Cocktails
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine juice, vodka, and liquor in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until chilled, then pour into a martini glass. Garnish with lime wedge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 0 g, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 8 g
PRICKLY PEAR MARTINI
Just looking for new recipes featuring pear vodka since I have a HUGE bottle to play with. There are other versions of this on Zaar, but they all call for cranberry juice. Recipe from the Absolute website. NOTE: this is a pretty strong martini, not a fun, fruity cocktail, so feel free to increase the amount of juice to your taste.. .serving it ice cold is key.
Provided by januarybride
Categories Beverages
Time 3m
Yield 1 martini, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Chill a martini glass in the freezer.
- Pour vodka, apple juice and grenadine into a shaker. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake it until the shaker is very cold.
- Strain the drink into the martini glass and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 15, Sodium 1, Carbohydrate 3.7, Sugar 3.4
ABSOLUT PRICKLY PEAR MARTINI
Create the perfect Absolut Prickly Pear Martini with this step-by-step guide. Fill a shaker with ice cubes. Add all ingredients. Shake and strain into a cocktail glass. Absolut Pears, Apple Juice, Grenadine
Provided by Absolut Drinks
Categories Cocktail
Time 2m
Yield 1 Cocktail
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
- Add 1½ parts Absolut Pears.
- Add ¾ part apple juice.
- Add 1 dash grenadine.
- Shake.
- Strain into a cocktail glass.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories
PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS MARGARITA
I had this drink in Tucson and talked the bartender into sharing the recipe with me.
Provided by Shannon Lindell
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 10m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pour salt into a small plate. Wet the rim of a margarita glass and dip rim into salt.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice; pour tequila, sweet and sour mix, triple sec, lime juice, and pear syrup over ice. Cover shaker and shake drink; strain into prepared margarita glass.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 52.1 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe prickly pears that are firm and free of blemishes.
- To easily remove the prickly pear skin, use a sharp knife to cut off the ends of the pear and then score the skin lengthwise. You can then peel the skin off with your fingers.
- If you don't have prickly pear syrup, you can make your own by simmering prickly pear juice with sugar until it thickens.
- For a sweeter martini, add more prickly pear syrup to taste.
- Garnish your martini with a wedge of prickly pear or a lime twist.
Conclusion:
The prickly pear martini is a refreshing and unique cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. With its beautiful pink color and sweet and tangy flavor, this martini is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a new cocktail to try, give the prickly pear martini a try. You won't be disappointed!
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