Love Potion Martini

Valentine’s Day?

Girls’ night?

Date night?

Or just because?

This Love Potion Martini is the perfect drink for when you want something fun, pretty, and a little fancy.

It’s fruity, sweet, and just the right amount of boozy!

I’ve made this for friends and it’s always a hit—it looks like you spent a ton of time on it, but it’s actually SO simple to make.

Plus, that gorgeous pink-red color?

Total showstopper. Let’s get mixing!

What You’ll Need

2 oz vodka
1 oz cranberry juice (unsweetened or sweetened, depending on your preference)
1 oz pomegranate juice
½ oz triple sec (or orange liqueur)
½ oz simple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
Ice (for shaking)
Strawberry slices (optional, for garnish)
Sugar (to rim the glass)
Lemon wedge (to help rim the glass with sugar)

Pro Tips

Chill the Glass: Pop your martini glass in the freezer while you’re prepping the drink. It makes it feel extra fancy and keeps your cocktail cold longer!
Sweetness Balance: If you like your drinks sweeter, use sweetened cranberry juice and add a little extra simple syrup. If you prefer tart, stick with unsweetened juice.
Rimming the Glass: Dip the rim of your martini glass in lemon juice and then sugar for that sparkling, elegant touch.
Perfect Shake: Shake your cocktail until the outside of the shaker is frosty. That’s how you know the drink is perfectly chilled!
Make It Kid-Friendly: Skip the alcohol and mix cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, and orange juice for a fun mocktail!

Tools You’ll Need

Martini glass
Cocktail shaker
Jigger (or small measuring cup)
Small plate (for the sugar)
Knife and cutting board (for the garnish)

Substitutions and Variations

Vodka: Swap it for gin if you’re feeling adventurous.
Triple Sec: Use Cointreau or Grand Marnier for a richer orange flavor.
Juices: Replace cranberry juice with raspberry juice or pomegranate juice with cherry juice for a new twist.
Simple Syrup: Make your own by dissolving equal parts sugar and water over low heat, or use agave syrup for a different sweetness.

Instructions

1. Prepare the Glass:

Run a lemon wedge around the rim of your martini glass. Dip the rim into sugar on a small plate and set aside.

2. Mix the Ingredients:

In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, triple sec, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.

3. Shake It Up:

Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15–20 seconds until the outside feels frosty.

4. Pour and Garnish:

Strain the mixture into your prepared martini glass. Add a strawberry slice or twist of lemon for garnish.

Leftovers and Storage

This drink is best made fresh, but if you have leftover juice mix (before shaking), you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for 1–2 days. Just shake with ice and serve when ready!