Salted Caramel Martini
This Salted Caramel Martini is a luxurious dessert cocktail with the perfect blend of sweet, salty, and creamy flavors. Made with vodka, caramel liqueur, and heavy cream, it’s an indulgent treat perfect for celebrations, holidays, or simply spoiling yourself.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka vanilla vodka preferred
- 1 oz caramel liqueur salted caramel recommended
- 1 oz heavy cream
- 1/2 oz simple syrup optional, for extra sweetness
- Pinch of sea salt
- Crushed caramel or toffee bits optional, for rimming the glass
- Caramel sauce for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Spread caramel sauce on a plate and crushed caramel bits on another.
- Dip the rim of a martini glass in the caramel sauce, then coat it with the crushed caramel.
- Place the prepared glass in the freezer to chill.
- In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz vodka, 1 oz caramel liqueur, 1 oz heavy cream, 1/2 oz simple syrup (if using), and a pinch of sea salt.
- Fill the shaker with ice, leaving about a quarter of the space at the top.
- Secure the lid and shake the mixture for 20-30 seconds until thoroughly chilled and frothy. When the shaker feels cold to the touch, you’re ready.
- Remove the chilled glass from the freezer. Optionally, drizzle caramel sauce inside the glass for decoration.
- Strain the cocktail into the glass, pouring smoothly for a clean presentation.
- Sprinkle a light pinch of sea salt over the top of the drink. Add an optional garnish like a caramel candy, pretzel stick, or chocolate shaving.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Pro Tips:
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Batch the ingredients for parties and shake individual servings for fresh presentation.
- Experiment with garnishes like whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, or cinnamon.