Origin & Characteristics:

The Lychee Martini is a modern twist on the classic martini, born from the global rise of Asian-inspired cocktails in the late 20th century. As bartenders began exploring exotic fruits, lychee — with its floral aroma and juicy sweetness — quickly gained popularity for its ability to balance the strength of spirits like vodka. The drink likely originated in upscale fusion bars in New York or Tokyo, where mixologists sought to blend East and West.

This version adds a playful upgrade with lychee popping boba, bringing both texture and a burst of fruit flavor to every sip. It's elegant, lightly sweet, and visually striking — ideal for celebrations, date nights, or whenever you want to impress.

A New Twist: Lychee Martini with Popping Boba 

Ingredients:

 

  • 2.5 oz St. Germain

  • 2 oz vodka (Grey Goose recommended)

  • 0.5 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • 2 lychee – canned or fresh and peeled & pitted

  • Ice 

  • 2-3 tbsp of lychee popping boba

Directions:

 

STEP 1

Add ice, St. Germain, vodka, and lemon juice to a martini shaker &shake

STEP 2

Pour martini in glass on top of Popping Boba. 

STEP 3 

Place lychee popping boba in the bottom of the glass cup.

STEP 4 
To Finish 

Garnish with 2 lychees

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