TRYING TIKTOK COCKTAILS // matcha martini // Christmas cocktail// VLOGMAS EP. 5

Ingredients

• 1 cup Water (for simple syrup)
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar (for simple syrup, white granulated)
• 2 tablespoons Orange Blossom Water (adds floral aroma, use high‑quality brand)
• 2 teaspoons Matcha Powder (ceremonial grade preferred for smooth flavor)
• 2 ounces Hot Water (just off boil (about 175°F) for whisking matcha)
• 2 ounces Vodka (neutral spirit, choose a smooth brand)
• 1 ounce Amaretto Liqueur (almond‑flavored, sweet)
• 0.5 ounce Orange Blossom Simple Syrup (homemade, see steps)
• 1 cup Ice (crushed or cubed for shaking)
• 1 strip Orange Zest (for garnish, use a microplane)

Instructions

1. Make Orange Blossom Simple Syrup

   Combine 1 cup water and 1 cup granulated sugar in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

2. Add Orange Blossom Water

   Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons orange blossom water. Let the syrup cool to room temperature, then transfer to a clean bottle.

   Time: PT5M

3. Prepare Matcha Concentrate

   Sift 2 teaspoons matcha powder into a small bowl. Add 2 ounces hot water (about 175°F) and whisk briskly with a bamboo whisk or small kitchen whisk until frothy and fully dissolved.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 175°F

4. Assemble the Cocktail

   Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup ice. Add 2 ounces vodka, 1 ounce amaretto, 0.5 ounce orange blossom simple syrup, and the prepared matcha concentrate. Shake vigorously for about 10‑12 seconds.

   Time: PT2M

5. Serve

   Double‑strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a thin strip of orange zest twisted over the surface to release oils.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

0g

Carbohydrates

18g

Fat

0g

Fiber

0g