Green Velvet Martini

Description: The Green Velvet Martini is a sophisticated cocktail that marries the earthy bitterness of matcha tea with botanical gin, offering a unique sensory experience. The slight floral notes enhance the depth of flavor, creating a velvety smooth and refreshingly complex drink that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ingredients: - 1 oz dry gin - 1 oz dry vermouth - 1 oz freshly brewed matcha tea (cooled) - 1/2 oz lemon juice - 1/4 oz simple syrup - 2 dashes orange bitters - Garnish: lemon twist and a sprinkle of matcha powder Instructions: 1. Brew a small amount of matcha tea and allow it to cool. 2. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the gin, vermouth, cooled matcha tea, lemon juice, simple syrup, and orange bitters. 3. Shake vigorously until well-chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass. 5. Garnish with a lemon twist on the rim and a light sprinkle of matcha powder on top for an aromatic finish. Glass: Martini glass