Matchatini

Ingredients

• 1 tsp Matcha Powder (high‑quality ceremonial grade)
• 1 oz White Chocolate Liqueur (e.g., Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur)
• 2 oz Almond Milk (unsweetened)
• 2 oz Gin (London dry gin preferred)
• 2 pieces Peppermint Snaps (crushed, plus extra for garnish)
• 1 cup Ice (cubed)
• 2 oz Heavy Cream (cold)
• 1 tsp Powdered Sugar (for sweetening the matcha cream)

Instructions

1. Whisk Matcha

   Place 1 tsp matcha powder in a small bowl, add 2 tbsp hot water (about 80°C), and whisk vigorously until a smooth, clump‑free paste forms.

   Time: PT2M

2. Make Matcha Cream

   In another bowl, combine 2 oz cold heavy cream, 1 tsp matcha powder, and 1 tsp powdered sugar. Whisk until soft peaks form and the mixture is fluffy.

   Time: PT3M

3. Chill Glass

   Place the martini glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes to become very cold.

   Time: PT5M

4. Assemble Cocktail in Shaker

   Add the prepared matcha paste, 1 oz white chocolate liqueur, 2 oz almond milk, 2 oz gin, and the crushed peppermint snaps into the shaker. Fill with ice.

   Time: PT2M

5. Shake

   Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for 15‑20 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels very cold.

   Time: PT1M

6. Strain into Glass

   Using the fine mesh strainer, pour the shaken cocktail into the chilled martini glass, catching ice and peppermint bits.

   Time: PT1M

7. Top with Matcha Cream

   Spoon a generous dollop of the fluffy matcha cream on top of the cocktail.

   Time: PT1M

8. Garnish and Serve

   Sprinkle a pinch of matcha powder or a crushed peppermint snap over the cream and serve immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

355

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

25 g

Fiber

1 g