Cardamom Chai Martini



 

I’m a HUGE Chai lover. HUGE!


But, I’m quite particular about my chai (and everything else in my life) – we all know I’m “The Princess 
👑 and the Pea” – yes, that’s me.


My chai tea MUST elicit a longing for more and a generous bit of both cardamom and clove.
While many may considerate that to be too strong in the fortitude of flavors, in my humble opinion, cinnamon needs a hint of something else for perfection and satisfaction in a steamy hot and cozy beverage – and in this case, an ice cold, coconut-infused martini.


Don’t forget the vodka. Only the cream of the crop – the JEWEL of all vodkas for this princess.





 

Cardamom Chai Martini

 

1 tsp. Cardamom Chai Spice Mix*
1 tsp. raw honey
1/4 cup ice-cold water
3 large ice cubes
3 oz. Jewel of Russia vodka
2 tsp. whipping cream

 

Combine all the spices for the Cardamom Chai Spice Mix*. Mix well. Store in a small spice container, reserving 1 tsp. in a shaker jar for the drink.


Add 1 tsp. raw honey and cold water.


Shake vigorously until well combined and emulsified. SHAKE. SHAKE. SHAKE.


Add the ice and vodka and shake again, until frothy. Let sit for 1-2 minutes, until the froth subsides.

 

Transfer to a chilled martini glass.


Drizzle with whipping cream and garnish with cardamom pods.

 

Sip and savor a bit of heaven.

 

Cardamom Chai Spice Mix:*
1 Tbs. + 1 tsp. ground cinnamon

1 Tbs. ground ginger
1 Tbs. ground cardamom
2 tsp. ground allspice
2 tsp. ground nutmeg
2 tsp. ground cloves

 

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