Few cocktails make an entrance like the Pornstar Martini. Created in London in the early 2000s, this modern classic is equal parts playful and indulgent, combining tropical passion fruit with silky vanilla notes and a dramatic sidecar of bubbles. It may not resemble a traditional martini, but with its dazzling presentation and balance of sweet, tart, and effervescent flavors, it’s earned a cult following around the world.
There are countless riffs on this cocktail, and in our version we keep the fun spirit while dialing up the flavor. Instead of vanilla vodka, we shake up classic vodka with Licor 43, a Spanish liqueur known for its velvety vanilla and spice profile. Passion fruit syrup brings bright, juicy sweetness, and the whole thing is served with a crisp pour of sparkling wine on the side. The result is fruity, festive, and impossible not to love.
(Originally published 10/03/25)
Ingredients:
2 oz. Vodka
1 oz. Liber & Co. Tropical Passionfruit Syrup
¾ oz. Licor 43
¾ oz. Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
Garnish: Half a passion fruit and/or a Luxardo maraschino cherry dropped into the glass
Sidecar: Chilled Prosecco or Sparkling Wine
Directions:
Combine vodka, passionfruit syrup, Licor 43 and lemon juice in a Hybrid Cocktail Shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, then strain into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with half a passion fruit and/or drop in a Luxardo maraschino cherry.
Serve with a sidecar of chilled prosecco or sparkling wine to enjoy between sips.
