The Lychee Rose Martini brings Asian-inspired flavors to a classic cocktail. Sweet lychee fruit and delicate rose create a drink that’s both exotic and refined.

This elegant cocktail combines vodka, lychee juice, and rose syrup in perfect balance for a refreshing and glamorous drink.

This pretty pink drink makes a great choice for special events, date nights, or any time you want to feel fancy. The mix of floral and fruit notes creates a fresh taste that works well in spring and summer.

The recipe takes just five minutes to make and needs only basic bar tools.

You can find most ingredients at regular grocery stores. Meanwhile, Asian markets often have the best prices on lychee juice and fruit.

Lychee Rose Martini Cocktail Recipe

This sweet and floral cocktail combines the exotic taste of lychee with delicate rose notes to create an elegant pink drink.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Ingredients

2 oz vodka
1 oz lychee juice from canned lychees
1/2 oz rose syrup
1/4 oz fresh lime juice
2-3 canned lychees for garnish
Ice for shaking

Instructions

Fill the martini glass with ice and water to chill. Set aside.

Add vodka, lychee juice, rose syrup, and lime juice to the cocktail shaker.
Fill the shaker 3/4 full with ice cubes.
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well-chilled.

Empty the ice water from the martini glass.
Double strain the cocktail through both strainers into the chilled glass.
Garnish with 2-3 lychees on a cocktail pick.

Notes

The cocktail works best with canned lychees and their syrup rather than fresh fruit.

Store rose syrup in the refrigerator after opening to maintain freshness.

For a non-alcoholic version, replace vodka with lychee juice and add a splash of club soda.

Choose a premium vodka for the best results, as its quality will affect the final taste.

Keep ingredients cold before mixing for the best texture and temperature.

Tasting Notes

The Lychee Rose Martini offers a light and refreshing taste profile. Sweet lychee notes blend with subtle floral hints of rose, creating an elegant cocktail.

The first sip reveals the fresh, tropical sweetness of lychee fruit. This natural sweetness balances well with the dry vodka base.

Rose water adds a gentle floral aroma and taste that doesn’t overpower the drink. The combination creates a soft, perfumed finish on the palate.

The texture is smooth and silky. Each sip starts crisp and ends with a clean, bright finish that makes you want to come back for more.

Flavor Profile:

Primary: Sweet lychee
Secondary: Floral rose
Base: Clean vodka
Finish: Smooth, bright

The cocktail’s pale pink color adds to its appeal. When garnished with fresh lychee and rose petals, it becomes a beautiful drink perfect for special occasions.

Temperature affects the taste experience. Serve this martini very cold, between 32-35°F (0-2°C), for the best flavor balance.

Substitutes

You can swap several ingredients in a lychee rose martini while keeping its signature taste. These options work well when the original items aren’t available.

Replace fresh lychees with canned lychees in syrup. The syrup adds sweetness, so use less simple syrup in the drink. Lychee juice also makes a good stand-in for fresh fruit.

For vodka, try gin to create a more herbal flavor. White rum gives the cocktail a tropical twist. Non-alcoholic versions can use extra lychee juice mixed with rose water.

No rose syrup? Mix 1 part rose water with 2 parts simple syrup. Rose essence works too – just use a few drops since it’s stronger than rose syrup.

Simple alternatives for garnish include:

Edible rose petals
Raspberry
White orchid
Lime twist
Candied ginger

When rose water isn’t available, a splash of rosewater-flavored soda provides both the floral notes and fizz. Just reduce other liquid amounts to keep the drink balanced.

Lychee Rose Martini Cocktail Recipe