Green Apple Martini (Vodka & Pucker Cocktail)
Bright, crisp, and candy-green — the Green Apple Martini combines vodka, sour apple schnapps, and dry vermouth for a tart-sweet twist on the classic martini.
Background
Born from the neon-loving 1990s, the Green Apple Martini turned the martini into a playful, fruit-forward cocktail. Its mix of vodka and apple schnapps brought color and sweetness to an era of experimentation.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- Vodka – the clean base that keeps the drink crisp.
- Dekuyper Sour Apple Pucker Schnapps® – delivers the bold green hue and candy-apple flavor.
- Dry Vermouth – adds an herbal touch that ties it back to the martini family.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Hawthorne strainer
- Chilled cocktail glass
Why You’ll Love It
A perfect balance of tart and sweet with a silky martini feel — the Green Apple Martini stands out at parties for its electric color and nostalgic charm.
Substitutions & Variations
- Swap Dry Vermouth for Triple Sec for a lighter, citrusy edge.
- Use apple vodka to intensify fruit flavor.
- Try a splash of lemon juice for extra brightness.
Helpful Tips
- Chill your glass for at least 5 minutes before serving.
- Shake well with ice to create a slight frost on the surface.
- Garnish with a thin slice of green apple or a twist of lemon peel.
Green Apple Martini Recipe
Type of Glass
Martini Glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz.
- 1 oz.
- 1/4 oz.
Directions
- Add Vodka, Dekuyper Sour Apple Pucker Schnapps®, and Dry Vermouth to a shaker with ice.
- Shake until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a green apple slice or lemon twist.
Simple, vibrant, and a touch nostalgic — this martini keeps the 90s spirit alive with every tart sip.
