If there is one cocktail that both stimulates the senses and arouses curiosity, it is the Pornstar Martini. With its seductive name and refreshing taste, it is a drink you won't soon forget. But where does this iconic cocktail actually come from? Today, we dive into the scintillating history of the Pornstar Martini.
The birth of a legend
The Pornstar Martini was created around the turn of the millennium by South African bartender Douglas Ankrah. At the time, he was working at London cocktail bar Townhouse. The cocktail was originally intended to embody a combination of luxury and a touch of vice, something in line with the mood of London nightlife.
Ankrah initially called the cocktail "Maverick Martini", inspired by a bar he frequented in Cape Town called Maverick's. But he soon changed the name to "Pornstar Martini", as he felt the decadent and exciting nature of the cocktail was better suited to the flamboyant and playful name. The name was meant to intrigue and take people a little out of their comfort zone.
What makes the Pornstar Martini so unique?
What really sets this cocktail apart is the combination of flavours and its unique presentation. The base of the Pornstar Martini consists of vanilla vodka and passion fruit liqueur, which creates an exotic and sweet flavour. Fresh passion fruit juice and a touch of lime add a fresh and fruity dimension.
But perhaps the most iconic thing about the Pornstar Martini is its serving style. Traditionally, the cocktail is served with a shot glass of prosecco or champagne on the side. This is meant to be sipped between sips, giving it a playful and interactive aspect. The prosecco adds a sparkling freshness that contrasts perfectly with the rich and fruity flavours of the cocktail.
A timeless classic
Although the Pornstar Martini has only been around for a relatively short time compared to other classic cocktails, it has quickly achieved iconic status. It has become a favourite in bars around the world, and is often associated with luxury and pleasure.
Today, the Pornstar Martini remains a symbol of modern mixology, a cocktail that dares to stand out and seduce. So the next time you're in the mood for something special, why not treat yourself to this irresistible classic?
How do you make a Pornstar Martini? The recipe
After exploring the tantalising history of the Pornstar Martini, it's time to make your own perfect version of this iconic cocktail.
Below is a basic recipe for a Pornstar Martini guaranteed to impress! The Pornstar Martini gives plenty of room to experiment, so each cocktail is still just that little bit different.
Ingredients
- 50 ml vanilla vodka
- 25 ml passion fruit liqueur (such as Passoã)
- 25 ml fresh passion fruit juice (or the juice of half a passion fruit)
- 15 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 10 ml sugar syrup (optional, depending on how sweet you want the cocktail)
- 1 passion fruit, cut in half (for garnish)
- 30 ml prosecco or champagne (served separately in a shot glass)
Preparation method
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Chill the glass: Start by chilling a martini glass by putting ice cubes in it and setting it aside for a while.
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Shake it up: In a cocktail shaker, combine the vanilla vodka, passion fruit liqueur, passion fruit juice, lime juice and sugar syrup. Then fill the shaker with ice cubes.
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Shake: Seal the shaker tightly and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, so that all the ingredients mix well and the cocktail becomes deliciously cold.
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Serving: Remove the ice from the martini glass and strain the cocktail into the chilled glass. Make sure the cocktail is nice and smooth with no pieces of ice.
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Garnish: Carefully place half a passion fruit in the glass so that it floats on top of the cocktail. This adds a nice presentation and enhances the exotic aromas of the drink.
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The finishing touch: Serve the Pornstar Martini with a shot of prosecco or champagne on the side. The idea is to drink this between sips, or you can add it to the cocktail for an extra sparkling experience.
Protein in a Pornstar Martini
It wasn't in the classic recipe, but nowadays the Pornstar Martini is often served with a white head.
To achieve it, simply add the egg white to the shaker before you start shaking. You will then first shake for about 15 seconds with all the ingredients except the ice in your shaker (a so-called "dry shake") to whip up the egg white and make it fluffy, and only then do you add ice to your shaker to cool it all down.
No martini in a Pornstar Martini?
The name "Pornstar Martini" may cause confusion, as there is no martini or vermouth in the cocktail, which you would normally associate with a classic martini. The name is a playful reference to style and presentation rather than to the ingredients themselves. Consequently, the cocktail is sweet rather than dry, which is what you have with classic martini-based cocktails.
Here are a few reasons why the cocktail still bears "Martini" in its name:
Glass shape and Presentation
The Pornstar Martini is served in a martini glass, an elegant, wide-topped glass often associated with martini cocktails. This glass is often used for all kinds of cocktails that have nothing to do with the classic martini, simply because it is stylish and recognisable.
Modern naming trends
In the cocktail world, the term "martini" is often loosely used to describe cocktails served in a martini glass, regardless of the ingredients. Especially in the late 1990s and early 2000s, many cocktails were called "martini" as a way of giving them a chic and modern look.
An easier way to serve a delicious Pornstar Martini
Don't have much time or get a lot of guests to serve at once? Then of course you can just make it easy on yourself with the Martini Tails Pornstar Martini or with Don Corleone's Pornstar Martini ready-made cocktail mix, available with alcohol and as an alcohol-free virgin cocktail (mocktail) variant.
These ready-made Pornstar Martini mixes only require a glass and some ice. The bottle already contains a mix of vodka, passion fruit, vanilla and lime juice in proportions that guarantee a delicious cocktail. Extra to the Don Corleone is the secret ingredient that creates a beautiful head of foam after shaking the premix in a cocktail shaker.
Shake well and pour into a glass with ice, and you're good to go!
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