How to Make an Apple Martini

If you like the sweet, tart taste of Granny Smith apples, you'll likely appreciate the flavor of an apple martini. This vibrant green version of the traditional vodka martini is typically created with a simple blend of vodka and apple schnapps. It is always "shaken, not stirred."http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/1859/why-did-james-bond-want-his-martinis-shaken-not-stirred Learning how to make this mixed drink can impress your friend and allows you to offer alternative martini selections at your next get together.

How to Make an Apple Martini Video

Ja Nee Nisonger, a Los Angeles bartender, crafts an "Apple Martini" in this video from Mahalo. She describes the ingredients needed, the preparation method and and drink variations. This mixed drink guide is part of a larger series of videos offered on the Mahalo.com YouTube channel.

Step 1: Gather Ingredients and Supplies

Collect vodka, apple schnapps and sweet and sour mix. Select the vodka of your choice, such as Absolute or Grey Goose. If you prefer a more sour beverage, substitute green apple sour pucker for the apple schnapps. You will also need a stainless steel cocktail shaker, ice, a measuring container and a martini glass.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUqDNUXhZcI

Step 2: Combine Ingredients

Measure 1 to 1.5 ounces of vodka and pour into your cocktail shaker. If you prefer a stronger schnapps flavor, use 1 ounce of vodka and add 1 ounce of apple schnapps. If you want less schnapps flavor and a stronger alcohol base, use 1.5 ounces of vodka and 0.5 ounces of apple schnapps. Add 1 ounce of sweet and sour mixture based on your taste preferences.

Step 3: Shake and Serve

Add the strainer and top to your shaker glass and agitate about 20 times. Take off the top on your cocktail glass and strain your mixture into your martini glass. Garnish if desired, then serve.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUqDNUXhZcI