Looking for the perfect drink to celebrate love or just add a little romance to your evening?
Cupid’s Kiss Martini is sweet, fruity, and just fancy enough to make you feel special.
Whether it’s Valentine’s Day, date night, or a girls’ night in, this pink cocktail will steal your heart (and taste buds).
I love how simple it is to make, but it looks like you spent forever on it—total win!
Let’s get shaking.
What You’ll Need
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz strawberry liqueur (like Bols or Chambord)
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1 oz half-and-half (for creaminess)
- Ice (for shaking)
- Sugar (for rimming the glass)
- 1 fresh strawberry (for garnish)
Pro Tips for Perfect Cupid’s Kiss
- Chill your martini glass: Pop it in the freezer for a few minutes beforehand to keep your drink cold longer.
- Don’t skip the sugared rim: It adds a little extra sweetness with every sip! Just run a cut lemon or strawberry around the rim, then dip in sugar.
- Use fresh juice if possible: Fresh cranberry juice makes all the difference.
- Customize the sweetness: Add a touch more cranberry juice if you like it sweeter, or less if you prefer it tart.
- Make it kid-friendly: Skip the vodka and liqueur, use cranberry juice and strawberry puree with a splash of cream—it’s a fun mocktail for little ones!
Tools You’ll Need
- Martini glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Small bowl (for sugar)
- Knife and cutting board (for garnish)
Substitutions and Variations
- No half-and-half? Use heavy cream or even a splash of milk.
- No cranberry juice? Pomegranate juice works beautifully here too.
- Want it dairy-free? Swap the half-and-half for coconut cream for a tropical twist.
- No strawberry liqueur? Use raspberry liqueur or strawberry puree.
Make-Ahead Tips
While this cocktail is best made fresh, you can mix the vodka, liqueur, and cranberry juice ahead of time and store it in the fridge. Just shake it with ice and add the cream right before serving!
How to Make Cupid’s Kiss Martini
1. Rim the Glass
Pour sugar into a small plate. Take a fresh strawberry or lemon wedge and rub it along the rim of your martini glass. Dip the rim into the sugar and set aside.
2. Shake It Up
Fill your cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, strawberry liqueur, cranberry juice, and half-and-half. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
3. Strain and Serve
Strain the cocktail into your prepared martini glass. Garnish with a fresh strawberry on the rim or float it on top of the drink.
Leftovers and Storage
This drink is best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftover mix (before adding cream), you can keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Shake with ice and add cream when you’re ready to serve.
Cheers to Cupid’s Kiss!
This drink is as pretty as it is delicious, and it’s guaranteed to impress anyone you make it for!
Let me know how it turned out in the comments—did you add your own twist?
I’d love to hear about your creations! 💕
