The Covent Garden Hotel's Saketini – Recipe
For something a little unexpected, enjoy this sophisticated cocktail. This beverage is airy, scented and drinkable, and complements small pieces of parmesan.
Sake Martini
Yields one serving
30ml gin – opt for a crisp gin variety
15ml Lillet Blanc – an aromatic French aperitif wine
15ml sake – select a smooth, medium-bodied variety
Combine the gin, Lillet Blanc, and sake in a cocktail shaker, toss in plenty of ice cubes and stir thoroughly for 30 seconds to cool. Filter into a pre-chilled martini glass and present.
A refined martini variation with sake