
Beach Martini
On a trip to Houston and a stay at the Hotel Icon, Roberto Sanchez, one of the barmen in the Voice Lounge, improvised a cocktail that remains a favorite for its lightness and refreshing flavors.
Yield 1 serving
Time 5 minutes
Ingredients
1 1/2 ounces Finlandia vodka
3/4 ounce Patron Citron
1/2 ounce DeKuyper Watermelon Pucker
Splash of freshly squeezed orange juice
Method
Combine the ingredients with crushed ice. Shake. Strain and pour into a martini glass.
-Recipe courtesy of David Latt
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