Lotus Blossom Vodka Martini
A delicate and floral vodka martini inspired by the ethereal quality of The White Lotus, featuring subtle floral and citrus undertones. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together vodka, dry vermouth, white grapefruit bitters for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2.5 oz vodka
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- 2 dashes white grapefruit bitters
- 1 edible flower
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2.5 oz vodka, 0.5 oz dry vermouth, and 2 dashes white grapefruit bitters.
- Step 2: Stir gently for 30 seconds with a bar spoon until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Step 4: Garnish by floating a single edible flower gently on the surface of the drink.
- Step 5: Serve immediately to preserve the delicate aroma and presentation.






