What is a lychee martini made of?

A classic lychee martini typically includes vodka (or gin), lychee syrup or juice (often from canned fruit), and a splash of orange liqueur like Grand Marnier. It’s garnished with whole lychees and served chilled in a martini glass. The result is a smooth, lightly sweet cocktail with floral and fruity notes.

What's the best ratio of lychee to alcohol in a martini?

For a balanced taste, the best ratio is 2 parts spirit to 1 part lychee syrup or juice . This allows the alcohol to shine without overpowering the drink’s natural sweetness. You can adjust to taste — more syrup for a sweeter cocktail, or more vodka for a stronger finish.

What's the difference between a martini and a lychee martini?

A traditional martini is typically made with gin and dry vermouth, sometimes garnished with olives or a lemon twist. A lychee version swaps the vermouth for sweet lychee syrup or juice, and often includes vodka as the base. It’s lighter, fruitier, and much more floral — ideal for those who find classic martinis too dry or strong.

Lychee Martini – The Best 1-Minute Exotic Cocktail Recipe

Description

A floral, fruity, and elegant twist on the classic martini — perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a light, refreshing cocktail.

Ingredients

Scale

2 oz vodka (or gin)
1 oz Grand Marnier
1 oz lychee syrup (from canned lychees)
Ice cubes
1–2 whole lychees (for garnish)

Instructions

Chill your martini glass in the freezer for 10 minutes or fill it with ice water to chill.
Fill a cocktail shaker with large ice cubes.
Add vodka, Grand Marnier, and lychee syrup to the shaker.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mix is well chilled.
Strain the cocktail into the chilled martini glass using a fine mesh strainer.
Garnish with a whole lychee, either dropped in or skewered on a cocktail pick.

Notes

Use quality vodka or gin and canned lychees for the best balance of flavor and convenience. Chill your glass to enhance the sipping experience.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Cocktails
Method: Shaken
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cocktail
Calories: 180
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: lychee martini, cocktail, vodka, Grand Marnier, floral, fruity