Cardamom Pear Martini - an infused vodka recipe (2024)

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What is cardamom vodka? ›

Triple distilled vodka is gently infused with cardamom pods to capture the floral cardamom spice. Produced in small batches to give the very best vodka flavour - you can even drink it neat.

A white russian co*cktail is simple, yet delicious! The classic co*cktail usually consists of vodka and coffee liqueur over ice, topped with a splash of rich cream.

How much alcohol is in an Espresso Martini? It's got a fairly high alcohol content – 60 ml / 2 oz combined total of vodka and Kahlua which equals 2 standard drinks. Even though it's got a decent slog of alcohol in it, it's highly drinkable because the coffee flavour disguises the alcohol – so be warned!!

What you're trying to replicate when using a cardamom substitute is that cozy, earthy flavor that smells the way a warm, tight hug feels. The best replacements for ground cardamom are spices that have that same aroma and flavor, such as allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Fact: Green Cardamom is one of the most expensive spices by weight in the world. Only a few others, such as Saffron and Vanilla, are more expensive. The main reason this spice is so expensive is because it needs to be harvested by hand.

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This simple classic made with rye or bourbon, a sugar cube, Angostura bitters, a thick cube of ice, and an orange twist delivers every time. That's it — the most popular co*cktail in the world. What you need: 2.5 oz Bourbon, 1/4 oz Simple Syrup, 3 dashes of Angostura Bitters.

The Black Russian is the big brother of the equally famous White Russian. It's a simple yet tasty drink, combining Kahlúa coffee liqueur and vodka in a truly unforgettable way.

The White Russian is a decadent and surprisingly easy-to-make co*cktail. Combining vodka, Kahlúa and cream and serving the crowd-pleasing drink on the rocks creates a delicious alternative to adult milkshakes.

But if you're a mixologist at work, it's a nightmare. In fact, bartenders notably dislike making these co*cktails because of the prep time, complications, and cleanup of the espresso step alone.

A Dirty Chai Espresso Martini combines the aromatic spices of chai tea with the boldness of espresso and the smoothness of your favorite vodka or rum.

What kind of person drinks espresso martini? ›

Espresso Martini

If this is your co*cktail of choice you are likely an intense individual who gives 100% to everything you do. Espresso Martini drinkers have a 'work hard, play hard attitude and are happy to take the lead in both professional and social situations.

For example, as much as the Kahlua is an integral part — it brings in some extra coffee flavor, as well as some key sweetness — it doesn't hurt to swap it out for something a little more chocolatey: Bailey's. For anyone unfamiliar, Bailey's Irish Cream is a whiskey-infused liqueur with flavors of chocolate and vanilla.

Similarly to Kahlua, Tia Maria is a coffee liqueur made from rum, but it is made in Jamaica and has subtle notes of vanilla which makes it perfect when added into a White Russian.

Alushka is a type of liqueur that is flavoured with cardamom and citrus fruits and traditionally drunk neat as a digestif using a small liqueur glass.

Cardamom has a unique and distinctive flavor. It's challenging to describe but has peppery, piney, eucalyptus, and menthol-like notes, but the taste of cardamom is also floral with hints of citrus. This blend of sweet, peppery, pungent, and aromatic flavors actually makes it an incredibly versatile spice.

What does cardamom taste like? Frisch says that cardamom has a complex aroma with a piney, fruity, and almost menthol-like flavor. When used too much, it can be slightly astringent. It pairs wonderfully with citrus, and works well in both desserts and savory dishes.

Nose: Spicy, with notes of cardamom, as well as some hints of nuts, vanilla and chocolate. Taste: Exceptionally smooth.