A martini may sound like a stiff, old-fashioned drink, but using flavored vodkas can make it tropical and fruity. Make your own infused vodka or buy the store bought. Either way it's delicious!
Instructions
Make Pineapple-Infused Vodka
1. Start by making your own pineapple-infused vodka. If you'd like to use the store bought version, skip to the next section.
2. Take a bottle of plain vodka and empty it into a pitcher or other container.
3. Slice a pineapple into chunks. Make sure the rind is completely removed.
4. Add the pineapple to the pitcher or container of vodka.
5. Let it sit at room temperature for 1 to 2 days. The longer it soaks, the greater the pineapple flavor.
6. Strain the pineapple from the container using a standard kitchen strainer, pouring the vodka into another container. The tighter the mesh on the strainer, the less pulp you will have, but you may want to keep a little in. Think of it the way orange juice is served, with more or less pulp according to taste.
7. Return the infused vodka into your pitcher or closed container and chill for 4 to 6 hours. Keep the pineapple in a separate container and chill as well. You can serve them as sides to your drinks or on their own, but be careful as they're potent!
Make a Pineapple Martini
8. Take your pineapple-infused vodka or store bought pineapple vodka and pour two ounces into a cocktail shaker.
9. Fill the shaker with ice.
10. Dash a bit of vermouth onto the mixture, dry or extra dry, depending on taste.
11. Cap the top on and shake.
12. Strain into a martini glass or highball glass, depending on how much balance you have. Martini glasses are harder to keep from spilling.
13. Garnish with the pineapple or other tropical fruit on a cocktail pick.
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