Dillini martini

This Dillini Martini blends the briny zing of dill pickles with the subtle spice of pink peppercorn and herby dill. Chilled to perfection, it’s a crisp, savoury twist on the classic martini – the kind of drink that wakes up your palate and makes you want another sip.

This Dillini Martini achieves a Nutri-Score of B. With its low sugar content and minimal calories, it’s a lighter cocktail option that fits into most balanced diets. The infusion of fresh dill and pink peppercorn brings flavour without relying on sweeteners or heavy spirits.

Method

Make the Infused Vodka

1. Place the dill pickle slices, dill sprigs, and pink peppercorns in a clean glass jar.
2. Pour in the vodka, seal the jar, and shake gently to combine the ingredients.
3. Store in a cool, dark spot overnight to allow the flavours to infuse fully.
4. Taste to check the flavour’s strength, then strain through a fine sieve or cheesecloth into a clean container. Keep the infused vodka sealed and chilled in the fridge.

Mix the Dillini Martini

5. Fill a mixing glass with ice, then add the dill pickle vodka and dry vermouth.
6. Stir until the mixture is ice cold.
7. Strain into a chilled martini glass and serve immediately.

What can you serve with this

1. Smoked salmon blinis – Complement the dill flavours perfectly.
2. Pickled vegetables – Enhance the savoury theme of the drink.
3. Olives – Add a briny touch that matches the martini’s base notes.
4. Sea salt crisps – Offer satisfying crunch and subtle saltiness.
5. Gravlax toast – Beautiful with the cocktail’s herbal bite.

FAQs for Dillini Martini

• What is a Dillini Martini?
  A Dillini Martini is a savoury variation of a classic martini flavoured with dill pickle-infused vodka and pink peppercorns.
• Can I make it ahead?
  Yes, the infused vodka can be made up to a week in advance and stored in the fridge.
• Do I need pink peppercorns?
  They add warmth and aroma but can be replaced with black peppercorns if preferred.
• Can I use gin instead of vodka?
  Absolutely! It will add a more botanical depth.
• How long does the infused vodka last?
  When refrigerated in a sealed container, it stays fresh for up to one month.
• Can I make this alcohol-free?
  Try infusing non-alcoholic spirit alternatives with dill and pickle slices.

Nutri-score Health Check

This Dillini Martini scores a B under the Nutri-Score system, showing it’s a relatively healthy cocktail choice for adults.

Positive Factors

• Dill adds natural antioxidants and freshness.
• Pickles bring probiotics and low-calorie flavour.
• Low sugar content makes it lighter than many cocktails.

Negative Factors

• Vodka adds alcohol calories.
• Vermouth introduces a small amount of residual sugar.

This Nutri-Score has been automatically generated based on the ingredients and should be used as a general guide only.