Sundara's Spiced Passion Martini

This vibrant and exotic cocktail, inspired by the flavors of Bali, combines the warmth of cardamom and star anise with the tropical allure of passionfruit. The addition of Grand Marnier and dark rum adds depth to the cocktail, while the frothy eggwhite and saffron garnish elevate its visual appeal. With a perfect balance of spices and fruitiness, this cocktail is a sensory delight, transporting you to a balmy, starlit evening on a tropical island.

Sundara's Spiced Passion Martini

A tantalizing fusion of cardamom, star anise, passionfruit, and rum, this cocktail captures the essence of tropical indulgence with a touch of spice.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cardamom pods
  • 1 star anise
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon caster sugar
  • 2 tablespoons dark rum
  • 2 teaspoons Grand Marnier
  • 2 tablespoons passionfruit juice
  • 1/2 eggwhite
  • Pulp from 1 passionfruit
  • Saffron threads (optional), to serve

Instructions

  1. Lightly crush the cardamom pods and star anise in a mortar and pestle.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the crushed spices, lime juice, caster sugar, dark rum, Grand Marnier, passionfruit juice, eggwhite, and 1 teaspoon of cold water.
  3. Add ice to the shaker, then shake the mixture until well combined.
  4. Place the passionfruit pulp in a martini glass.
  5. Strain the cocktail over the passionfruit pulp in the glass.
  6. Optionally, top with saffron threads before serving.