Martinez Mint & Melon Refresher
A beautifully balanced and invigorating cocktail, this drink blends the botanical notes of London dry gin with fresh lime, muddled mint, and a delicate honeydew melon syrup. It’s clean, herbaceous, and utterly refreshing.
Ingredients
- 2 oz London Dry Gin
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.75 oz Honeydew Melon Syrup
- 4-6 Fresh Mint Leaves
Instructions
- Gently muddle mint leaves in a shaker.
- Add gin, lime juice, honeydew melon syrup, and ice.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
- Double strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
Glassware: Collins Glass
Garnish: Mint sprig, thin honeydew ribbon
History
This cocktail is a contemporary twist on the classic Gin Smash, incorporating the unexpected sweetness of honeydew melon and the aromatic lift of mint, creating a modern and perfectly balanced summer sipper.