Martini cocktails are a refreshing drink that is much sought after. Maybe you are one of them, if so you will definitely like the Nobu Lychee Martini recipe. In this article we will share how to make the Nobu Lychee Martini cocktail for you as well as some important and useful tips.
If you want to know how to make your martini cocktail, please follow the steps we will give you later.
What Is a Nobu Lychee Martini?
Nobu Hospitality, LLC was founded in the United States by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper, in collaboration with Drew Nieporent of the Myriad Restaurant Group. Known for their upscale dining and creative cocktails, Nobu offers a range of signature drinks and dishes.
Among their most popular creations is the Nobu Lychee Martini—a refreshing cocktail made with pure lychee, Tito’s Vodka, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, and ice, finished with a lychee garnish.
Making this cocktail only requires 4 ingredients and some equipment. For more details, please see below.
The Ingredients Needed
- Lychee Puree: Use pure home-made lychee or to make it easier you can use Monin or Funkin Brand lychee.
- St-Germain: St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur is a great brand for making a lychee martini.
- Vodka: For better results, you can use Tio’s Vodka. Alternatively, you can also use Smirnoff or Social House Corn Vodka.
- Ice: Use high-quality ice cubes to make this cocktail.
- Fresh Lychee: As a garnish at the end, use fresh lychee
The Tools Needed
To make it easier for you to make cocktails from lychee fruit, you need several equipment, including: Cocktail Shaker, Jigger, Strainer, and a Martini Glass.
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How To Make a Nobu Lychee Martini? Let’s see below step by step.
Ingredients
- ¼ oz St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur
- 2 ½ oz Funkin Lychee Puree, Recommended
- 1 ½ oz Tito's Vodka
- Fresh Lychee For Garnish
- Ice Cubes
Instructions
- Take a cocktail shaker, stir in pure lychee, St. John's wort. Germain, and Tito's Vodka and add some ice cubes.
- Shake for 5 to 7 seconds to combine all ingredients
- Then, pour the cocktail through a strainer into a Martini glass
- To garnish the drink, add fresh lychee
- Now it's time to enjoy a Nobu Lychee Martini at home!
FAQs about Nobu Lychee
Can I Substitute Or Add Any Of The Ingredients?
Yes, there are certain ingredients that can replace ingredients in recipes. You can use Giffard Fleur de Sureau Sauvage as a substitute for St. John’s wort. Germain Elderflower Liqueur and Smirnoff or Social House Corn Vodka instead of Tito’s Vodka, but by replacing the ingredients the taste will change slightly and be different. You can experiment with other ingredients to get a lychee martini flavor that you like.
The use of alcohol is also like that, you can use various types of alcohol that you like.
What To Serve With This Nobu Lychee Martini?
Several dishes are suitable to be served with the Nobu Lychee martini, for example, tuna salad, preserved Lemon Mignonette, Brie & Fruit Pavlova, Spicy Roasted Rice Cakes, Lemon Roasted Tomatoes, Shrimp & Feta, and Chocolate Truffles with Ginger & Sweet Chili Pistachios. These are all delicious and go great with a Nobu Lychee martini.
Can I Make This Nobu Lychee Martini Ahead Of Time?
Yes, you can prepare it in advance and store it in the refrigerator to use immediately when needed. When serving it, just add ice cubes to the serving glass, then add the lychee martini directly, and finally garnish with fresh lychee.
Conclusion
This is an amazing cocktail recipe that you have to try. Making a Nobu Lychee Martini only requires 4 ingredients and some equipment to make your work easier. Using just 5 minutes, you can prepare this prestigious cocktail.
You just need to prepare the ingredients we have mentioned above to be able to make this fresh Martini drink. Hopefully this recipe can give you ideas for serving refreshing drinks. If you like this recipe, let us know by email and if it doesn’t appeal to you, then criticize us. Thank You!
Disclaimer: This content is intended for readers of legal drinking age. Please consume alcoholic beverages responsibly. The recipe and information provided are for educational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute health or medical advice. If you have any health conditions, are pregnant, or take medication, consult a healthcare professional before consuming alcoholic drinks.
References:
- Nobu Restaurants. (n.d.). Our Story. https://www.noburestaurants.com
- Monin. (n.d.). Lychee Fruit Purée. https://www.monin.com
- St-Germain. (n.d.). Elderflower Liqueur. https://www.stgermainliqueur.com
