strawberry cloud matcha martini recipe 🍓🍵🍸

Ingredients

• 2 oz Heavy Cream (cold, for the strawberry cloud)
• 2 oz Milk (use whole milk or a sweetened coffee creamer like Chobani Sweet Cream)
• 1 tsp Freeze‑Dried Strawberry Powder (gives the cloud its strawberry flavor and pink hue)
• 1 tsp Maple Syrup (sweetener for the cloud; optional if using sweetened creamer)
• 2 tsp Matcha Powder (high‑grade culinary grade)
• 2 oz Hot Water (about 80°C (175°F) for brewing matcha)
• 1 oz Vodka (neutral spirit)
• 1 oz Irish Cream Liqueur (adds richness and a hint of coffee‑chocolate flavor)
• 0.5 tsp Maple Syrup (sweetener for the martini base)
• 1 handful Ice Cubes (for shaking the cocktail)

Instructions

1. Make the Strawberry Cloud

   In a cold mixing bowl combine the heavy cream, milk (or sweetened coffee creamer), 1 tsp maple syrup and 1 tsp freeze‑dried strawberry powder. Whisk vigorously (or use an electric mixer) until the mixture forms stiff, fluffy peaks that resemble a cloud.

   Time: PT10M

2. Brew the Matcha Shot

   Sift 2 tsp matcha powder through a fine mesh sieve into a small bowl. Add 2 oz hot water (about 80°C) and whisk briskly until a smooth, frothy liquid forms. Let it cool to room temperature or place in the fridge for a few minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 80°C

3. Shake the Martini Base

   Add the cooled matcha, 1 oz vodka, 1 oz Irish cream, 0.5 tsp maple syrup and a handful of ice to a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds until well‑chilled and slightly frothy.

   Time: PT2M

4. Top with Strawberry Cloud

   Gently spoon the strawberry cloud onto the surface of the martini, allowing it to float like a fluffy pink halo.

   Time: PT1M

5. Garnish and Serve

   Optional: garnish with a fresh strawberry slice on the rim. Serve immediately and enjoy the visual contrast of the pink cloud against the green matcha cocktail.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

12 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

0 g