Jasmine green tea brings this soft, floral flavor that just works with a classic martini. I like how those gentle tea notes give the drink a lighter and more refreshing taste than your typical martini.

It really blends two simple worlds—tea and cocktails—without any confusing steps. If you want a new twist on a well-known drink, this cocktail is easy to make at home.

You don’t need special skills or any fancy equipment to enjoy it. This is a drink you can serve at small gatherings or just sip by yourself, no pressure.

Jasmine Green Tea Martini Cocktail Recipe

I make a Jasmine Green Tea Martini by blending jasmine green tea with vodka, lemon juice, and a sweetener. My drink is shaken and served in a martini glass for a refreshing taste.

John

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Cocktail shaker: This mixes and chills the drink.
Strainer: I use this to pour the cocktail without ice.
Measuring jigger: To measure each ingredient.

Kettle or small pot: To brew the tea.
Martini glass: Chilled if possible.
Teaspoon: For stirring the sweetener.

Ingredients

Jasmine green tea 2 oz 60 ml
Vodka 1.5 oz 45 ml
Lemon juice 0.5 oz 15 ml
Simple syrup 0.5 oz 15 ml

Ice 1 cup
Lemon twist or flower 1

Instructions

Brew jasmine green tea strong and then cool it in the fridge.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

Pour in the vodka, cooled tea, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Shake for 20 seconds until the mixture feels cold on the outside.
Strain into a chilled martini glass.

Garnish with a lemon twist or jasmine flower.

Notes

I make my simple syrup by mixing equal parts sugar and hot water until clear. Jasmine green tea is fragrant, so I don’t overpower it with too much vodka.

If I want a lighter version, I just use less vodka or more tea. A good garnish makes the cocktail look better, honestly.

I sometimes use an edible flower or lemon twist. For a less sweet option, I reduce the simple syrup.

If I’m prepping ahead, I chill the glass in the freezer. Leftover green tea can hang out in the fridge for up to two days.

Using fresh lemon juice always improves the taste. I wouldn’t skip that step.

Tasting Notes

I notice the aroma of jasmine right away. The floral scent is gentle but clear, making the drink smell fresh.

The first sip gives a mix of soft tea flavors and smooth vodka. I find the jasmine tea adds a light, pleasant bitterness, balanced by the mild sweetness from simple syrup.

On my tongue, the main taste comes from the jasmine green tea. The green tea flavor is mild and natural.

The finish is clean with a lingering floral note. I feel the aftertaste stays fresh and doesn’t leave my mouth dry.

When I try this cocktail, it feels light and easy to drink. The balance makes it a good choice for those who enjoy gentle, floral flavors in their drinks.

Substitute

If I don’t have jasmine green tea, I just grab whatever tea’s around. Green tea without jasmine? It’s milder, less floral.

Earl Grey brings this little citrus kick. White tea keeps things light and subtle—almost delicate, honestly.

For anyone skipping gin, vodka works in a pinch. It’s got barely any taste, so the tea really shines.

Sometimes I’ll reach for sake if I’m after a sweeter, softer vibe. It’s not traditional, but hey, why not?

Need it booze-free? I just leave out the gin and pour in sparkling water or even tonic.

That way, it’s still refreshing, just minus the alcohol.

Instead of simple syrup, there’s always honey, agave, or even maple syrup lurking in the pantry.

Each one tweaks the sweetness a little, which is kind of fun.

Sometimes I toss in citrus zest or a few mint leaves, just to see what happens.

Swapping things around lets me make the drink fit whatever’s actually in my kitchen that day.

Jasmine Green Tea Martini Cocktail Recipe