Chopin Potato Vodka is the world’s most awarded potato vodka. It’s earthy flavour melds nicely with grassy matcha and nutty pistachio in this alternative to the espresso martini.
Course
Drinks
Cuisine
Japanese
Keyword
Let's Get Blitzen, Matcha, Pistachio, Vodka
Prep Time5minutes
Cook Time9minutes
Total Time15minutes
Servings1drink
AuthorYvonne Langen
Ingredients
2ozChopin Potato Vodka
¾ozpistachio liqueur
¾ozmatcha lemongrass syrup
1barspoon amaretto
Garnish: powdered sugar glaze
Garnish: chopped pistachios
Matcha Lemongrass Syrup
1½cupgranulated sugar
1cuphot water
1tbspmatcha powder
¼cuplemongrasschopped
Powdered Sugar Glaze
¼cuppowdered sugar
½tbspwater
2drops vanilla extract
Instructions
Dip the rim of a coupe glass in powdered sugar glaze and roll in chopped pistachios.
Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled.
Strain into prepared glass.
Matcha Lemongrass Syrup
Combine sugar and matcha powder in a small saucepan, whisk until well-combined – ensuring there are no clumps.
Add the hot water and whisk until matcha is dissolved and there are no clumps.
Add the chopped lemongrass and heat the saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring regularly, for 7-10 minutes or until syrup is slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
Fine strain into an airtight container.
Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Powdered Sugar Glaze
Combine ¼ cup powdered sugar, ½ tbsp water, and 2 drops vanilla extract in a shallow bowl.