The Covent Garden Hotel's Sake Martini – Cocktail Guide
For something a little unexpected, try this elegant, martini-style cocktail. It’s light, aromatic and sippable, and complements small pieces of parmesan.
Saketini
Makes a single portion
30ml gin – a quality London dry gin is ideal
15ml Lillet Blanc – a light, herbal fortified wine
15ml sake – a light, medium-bodied one, ideally
Combine the gin, Lillet Blanc, and sake in a cocktail shaker, include a generous scoop of ice and stir thoroughly for 30 seconds to cool. Strain into a well-chilled martini glass and serve.
A sophisticated cocktail with Japanese flair