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The French Martini was created in New York in the late 1980s, during the cocktail revival that helped popularise sweeter, fruit-forward drinks. Despite its name, the cocktail has no direct connection to France; its name is thought to reference the use of Chambord, a French raspberry liqueur. Traditionally made with vodka, Chambord and pineapple juice, the French Martini became especially popular in the 1990s and is now recognised as a classic example of the era’s smooth, fruity cocktail style.

Here’s how we did it:

French Martini.

37.5ml Vodka, Grey Goose
12.5ml Raspberry liqueur, Chambord
50ml Pineapple juice

Pour all the ingredients into a shaker with ice.
Shake well for 10-20 seconds.
Double strain into a coup glass.
Garnish with 3 raspberries.

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