Be prepared to have your socks blown off. This spicy ginger, lemon and cinnamon non-alcoholic martini is a perfect aperitif for those who like their drinks strong and sour. This martini packs a punch without the need for any spirits.
The ginger shot is a crucial ingredient for this recipe, You can buy the juice in most supermarkets or make it yourself.
Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. (60 ml) ginger shot
- 1/2 oz. (15 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately half a small lemon)
- 1.5 oz. (45 ml) apple juice
- 1/2 oz. (15 ml) cinnamon sugar syrup (see below)
- Ice
For the cinnamon syrup
- 4 oz. (120 ml) granulated sugar
- 4 oz. (120 ml) water
- ½ stick of cinnamon
Equipment:
- Small saucepan
- Citrus juicer
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring spoons
- Martini glass
Instructions:
- First, make the cinnamon sugar syrup.
- Crumble the cinnamon stick into a small saucepan with the sugar and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, before reducing to a simmer.
- Gently cook for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and cover with a lid. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature before straining the liquid through a fine mesh sieve.
- Pour the liquid into an airtight glass bottle or container. The syrup can be kept in the fridge for up to a month.
- Next, assemble the mocktail.
- In a cocktail shaker, add the ginger, lemon and apple juice along with the cooled cinnamon syrup.
- Add a generous handful of ice and shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is cold – around 10 to 15 seconds.
- Pour straight up into a martini glass.
- Garnish with a piece of fresh ginger, curl of lemon peel, and/or cinnamon stick (optional).
Bartender Tip: To add another layer of lemon fragrance to the drink, use a lighter or match to set light to the lemon peel garnish (before quickly extinguishing) to release its essential oils. Run the peel around the rim of the glass before dropping it into the drink.
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Spicy Ginger, Lemon and Cinnamon Non-alcoholic Martini FAQ
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about this spicy ginger, lemon and cinnamon non-alcoholic martini recipe.
Can I use a different type of sweetener instead of cinnamon syrup in the Spicy Ginger, Lemon and Cinnamon Non-alcoholic Martini?
Yes, you can use agave nectar, honey, or maple syrup instead of the cinnamon syrup, but keep in mind that this will alter the taste slightly. Add a sprinkle of ground cinnamon to the shaker to keep the cinnamon character.
Can I make a Spicy Ginger, Lemon and Cinnamon Non-alcoholic Martini without cinnamon?
Yes, you can leave out the cinnamon if you prefer, but it will change the overall flavor profile of the drink.
Can I make the Spicy Ginger, Lemon and Cinnamon Non-alcoholic Martini with other spices besides cinnamon?
Yes. Try substituting other warm and earthy spices like cloves, allspice, or nutmeg in the sugar syrup. If you are using whole cloves, crush the spice with a pestle and mortar (or the back of a rolling pin) before adding to the sugar and water. If you are using ground spices, add a teaspoon to the sugar and water mixture instead.
Can I add alcohol to the Spicy Ginger, Lemon and Cinnamon Non-alcoholic Martini?
This drink is designed to be non-alcoholic, but you can add a splash of your favorite spirit if you’d like to make it a boozy version.
Can I make the Spicy Ginger, Lemon and Cinnamon Non-alcoholic Martini in advance?
Yes. You can combine all ingredients and keep in the refrigerator before finishing off in the shaker before serving.
Can I use bottled lemon juice instead of fresh lemon juice in the Spicy Ginger, Lemon and Cinnamon Non-alcoholic Martini?
I would not recommend using bottled lemon juice for this recipe as the freshness of the lemon adds a specific character to the drink.
How long will the ginger syrup last in the refrigerator?
You can keep the cinnamon syrup in the refrigerator for up to a month.
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