Saharan Martini

Transport your taste buds to the sun-drenched sands of the Sahara with the exotic and elegant Saharan Martini. This unique craft cocktail combines the crisp sophistication of gin and dry vermouth with a luscious touch of date syrup, a vibrant splash of fresh lemon juice, and a subtle hint of earthy cumin—a surprising twist that sets it apart from traditional martinis. Shaken to icy perfection and garnished with aromatic lemon peel and an optional pitted date, this fusion of sweet, tangy, and spice delivers a sensationally balanced sip every time. Perfect for adventurous cocktail enthusiasts, this five-minute recipe will impress at any gathering or serve as a refreshing personal indulgence. Discover the allure of desert-inspired flavors in one striking martini glass!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 oz Gin
0.5 oz Dry Vermouth
0.5 oz Date Syrup
0.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
1 pinch Cumin Powder
1 cup Ice Cubes
1 piece Lemon Peel (for garnish)
1 piece Pitted Date (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Add the gin, dry vermouth, date syrup, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of cumin powder to a cocktail shaker.

Step 2

Fill the shaker with ice cubes (approximately 1 cup).

Step 3

Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled.

Step 4

Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.

Step 5

Twist a piece of lemon peel over the glass to release its essential oils before dropping it in as a garnish.

Step 6

If desired, skewer a pitted date and rest it on the rim of the glass for an extra touch of sweetness.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy the desert-inspired flavors of the Saharan Martini.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(369.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	263.1

Total Fat 0.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.4g
Protein 0.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 33.2mg	0%
Iron 0.7mg	0%
Potassium 290.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.4%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 97.4%