Spiced Passion Fruit Martini with Vanilla & Chili Infusion

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This recipe balances the tropical sweetness of passion fruit with the warmth of vanilla and a hint of spice, finished with a premium dried garnish.

Component	Quantity	Notes
Vanilla & Chili Vodka Infusion	50 ml / 1.75 oz	See instructions below
Passion Fruit Liqueur (e.g., Passoa)	15 ml / 0.5 oz	Adds depth of flavor.
Passion Fruit Puree	30 ml / 1 oz	Fresh is best, or high-quality frozen/canned.
Fresh Lime Juice	15 ml / 0.5 oz	Essential for balance.
Simple Syrup (1:1 ratio)	7.5 ml / 0.25 oz	Adjust to taste based on puree sweetness.
Prosecco/Sparkling Wine	Shot glass (sidecar)	Traditionally served on the side.
Spiced Rim	Pinch	For the glass rim (optional).
The Garnish Club Garnish	1 slice	Recommended: Dehydrated Lime, Orange, or Red Dragon Fruit.

This part gives the cocktail its unique infusion and spice element.

Ingredients:
- 250 ml (or more) of high-quality Vodka.
- 1 Vanilla Bean, split lengthwise.
- 1-2 small, dried Bird’s Eye Chilis or a pinch of Chili Flakes (like Aleppo or Kashmiri chili for color/mild heat).
Method:
- Combine the vodka, split vanilla bean, and chili in a sealed jar.
- Let it infuse for 1-3 days in a cool, dark place.
- Taste daily! The chili heat can develop quickly. Remove the chilis once the desired spice level is reached, leaving the vanilla bean to continue infusing.
- Strain the final vodka into a clean bottle before use.

Combine a pinch of sugar with a smaller pinch of chili powder or ground cinnamon on a small plate.
Wet half the rim of your chilled martini or coupe glass with a lime wedge.
Dip the wet half into the spice-sugar mix.

Chill your Glass: Place the martini/coupe glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water while you prepare the drink.¹
Combine Ingredients: Add the Vanilla & Chili Vodka, Passion Fruit Liqueur, Passion Fruit Puree, Lime Juice, and Simple Syrup into a cocktail shaker.
Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake hard for about 15-20 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.²
Double Strain: Empty the chilled glass and double strain the mixture into it.³ This removes any ice shards and excess pulp for a smoother texture.⁴
Garnish: Place your chosen The Garnish Club dehydrated slice (e.g., a vibrant dehydrated lime or red dragon fruit) directly onto the rim or floating on the drink.
Serve: Serve immediately with a sidecar (shot glass) of chilled Prosecco or Sparkling Wine.⁵