Smoked Citrus Vodka Martini

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A sleek vodka martini elevated with a hint of smoke and bright citrus oils, perfect for a sophisticated evening. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together vodka, dry vermouth, lemon peel 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.

Prep: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes to chill thoroughly. Pour in 2.5 oz vodka and 1/2 oz dry vermouth.
  2. Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until the mixture is cold but not overly diluted.
  3. Step 3: Using a smoking gun or a small handheld smoker, briefly infuse the mixing glass with smoke from wood chips, then cover to trap the smoke for 15 seconds.
  4. Step 4: Strain the smoked cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Step 5: Express the oils of 1 wide strip of lemon peel over the surface by holding it over the glass and twisting firmly, then rim the glass lightly with the peel and discard.
  6. Step 6: Repeat step 5 with the orange peel, then drop both peels into the glass as garnish.
  7. Step 7: Finish by sprinkling a very light pinch of smoked sea salt on top to enhance the smoky aroma.

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