Saketini
Serves: 1
Smooth, delicate, aromatic, and lower alcohol sake cocktail!
Make With
Crimson Crest Masamune
- Bold Warrior
Naganomeijo Sake Brewery
Tasting notes
Bold Warrior is a crisp, dry Junmai sake with a touch of rice sweetness that adds depth without compromising its clean profile. Balanced between sharp acidity and savory umami, it delivers a refreshing, palate-cleansing finish. Its dry structure and restrained sweetness make it an excellent choice for a Saketini, allowing the sake’s character to shine alongside the botanical notes of gin or vodka. The result is a refined, elegant cocktail with bright freshness, subtle umami complexity, and exceptional drinkability.
Ingredients
2 oz sake (chilled)
1 oz vodka (optional for a stronger version)
Ice cubes
Optional garnish: lemon twist, cucumber slice, or olives
Directions
Step 1
Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
Step 2
Add chilled sake (and vodka if using).
Step 3
Shake gently (or stir for a smoother texture).
Step 4
Strain into a chilled martini glass.
Step 5
Garnish with a lemon twist, cucumber slice, or olives.
Step 6
Sip and enjoy a silky, elegant sake twist on a classic martini!
