The Covent Garden Hotel's Sake Martini – Cocktail Guide

For something a little unexpected, try this elegant, martini-style cocktail. It’s light, aromatic and sippable, and matches wonderfully with parmesan chunks.

Saketini

Makes a single portion

30ml gin – a quality London dry gin is ideal

15ml Lillet Blanc – a light, herbal fortified wine

15ml sake – preferably a delicate, balanced sake

Pour the gin, Lillet Blanc, and sake into a shaker, include a generous scoop of ice and stir for 30 seconds to chill well. Filter into a pre-chilled martini glass and present.

A sophisticated cocktail with Japanese flair