This Green Apple Martini is crisp, refreshing, and just the right balance of sweet and tart.
It’s the perfect cocktail for a fun night in or to impress your friends at a gathering.
With its bright green color and smooth apple flavor, it’s as tasty as it is pretty.
Plus, it’s super easy to make—just shake, pour, and enjoy!
What You’ll Need
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz sour apple schnapps
- 1 oz apple juice (or apple cider for a deeper flavor)
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- ½ oz simple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Ice
- Apple slices for garnish
Pro Tips
✔️ Chill Your Glass – Pop your martini glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving for that extra frosty touch.
✔️ Use Fresh Apple Juice – If you can, go for fresh-pressed apple juice for the best flavor.
✔️ Adjust the Sweetness – Like it sweeter? Add a little more simple syrup. Prefer it extra tart? Add a splash more lime juice.
✔️ Shake It Like You Mean It – The harder you shake, the colder and smoother your martini will be!
Tools You’ll Need
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger (for measuring)
- Cocktail strainer
- Martini glass
- Knife & cutting board (for apple slices)
Substitutions & Variations
🍏 No Sour Apple Schnapps? Use apple liqueur or apple-flavored vodka.
🍏 Want It Stronger? Add an extra ½ oz of vodka.
🍏 Prefer It Milder? Swap vodka for white wine or sparkling water.
🍏 Make It Fizzy? Top it off with a splash of club soda.
Make Ahead Tips
- Mix the vodka, apple schnapps, apple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup in a jar and store it in the fridge for up to a day. Just shake with ice before serving!
How to Make It
Step 1: Fill the Shaker with Ice
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
Step 2: Add the Ingredients
Pour vodka, sour apple schnapps, apple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup into the shaker.
Step 3: Shake Well
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Step 4: Strain & Serve
Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass and garnish with an apple slice.
Leftovers & Storage
🍸 This cocktail is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store the mixed ingredients (without ice) in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Just shake with ice before serving!
Final Thoughts
And that’s it—your perfect Green Apple Martini! 🍏✨ This drink is fresh, fun, and perfect for any occasion.
Try it out, and let me know how you liked it in the comments!
Got any fun twists?
I’d love to hear them. Cheers! 🍸
