Cottontail Martini
This adorable Cottontail Martini is a creamy, pastel pink cocktail featuring vanilla vodka and coconut rum. Rimmed with shredded coconut and topped with marshmallow "tails," it's the perfect festive drink for Spring.
Pin Share Print Servings: 1 ml
Calories: 280kcal
Cost: $10
Equipment
- 1 Cocktail shaker (Standard)
- 1 Martini glass (Chilled)
- 2 Small plates (For rimming)
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vanilla vodka - Chilled
- 1.5 oz coconut rum - Like Malibu
- 2 oz half-and-half - Or coconut cream
- 1 teaspoon grenadine - For pink color
- ½ teaspoon pineapple juice - Optional
- ¼ cup shredded coconut - Sweetened, for rim
- 2 tablespoon honey - For rimming
- 3 mini marshmallows - Garnish
Instructions
- Dip the rim of a martini glass in honey, then roll in shredded coconut to coat.
- Combine vanilla vodka, coconut rum, half-and-half, pineapple juice, and grenadine in a shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously for 20 seconds until frothy and cold.
- Strain into the prepared glass and top with floating marshmallows.
Notes
Use honey for the rim to ensure the heavy coconut flakes stay in place. Shake vigorously to create a frothy top that supports the marshmallow garnish.
Nutrition
Serving: 150g | Calories: 280kcal (14%) | Carbohydrates: 18g (6%) | Protein: 1g (2%) | Fat: 8g (12%) | Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 20mg (7%) | Sodium: 30mg (1%) | Potassium: 40mg (1%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 16g (18%) | Vitamin A: 200IU (4%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 40mg (4%)