The Pornstar Martini is probably notorious thanks to its risqué, name 😉 Whatever the name, this passion fruit cocktail served with a shot of Prosecco on the side is deliciously seductive and photogenic!
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I debated blogging this flavoured martini recipe for such a long time… but the cheeky name has no place on this blog. Especially since I had my 8 year old son literally reading over my shoulder as I was typing up this post. Now that he is safely occupied playing I can whisper it… it’s actually a Pornstar Martini.
I don’t know about you, but the name would actually put me off ordering this cocktail which would be a shame because it is delicious, especially if you love passion fruit drinks and Prosecco which I do!
What’s in a name
The Pornstar Martini cocktail has probably shot up in popularity thanks to the playful name – it supposedly is the most popular cocktail in the UK! It certainly appears to be very instagrammable…
These days you can even find pre-mixed bottled versions at your local supermarket, but I will always maintain making a cocktail from scratch is the only way to enjoy it.
It was created by Douglas Ankhra (of LAB bar and later Townhouse fame) and it was originally known by another name – the Maverick Martini. The creator named it after a disreputable gentleman’s club in Cape Town.
He later changed the name to reflect the “evocative and tantalising” essence of the cocktail, perhaps influenced by the passion fruit.
What’s in a Pornstar Martini
There’s a few different versions of this cocktail but the main elements are:
- Vodka or Vanilla vodka (such as Absolut Vanilia) if you happen to have some!
- Fresh passion fruit. If using store-bought purée you might need to adjust the lime juice and leave out the sugar syrup. Commercial passion fruit purées are a lot sweeter generally than the fruit itself.
- Passion Fruit Liqueur, such as Passoa
- Fresh lime juice – optional, to cut the sweetness
- Simple syrup (sugar syrup)
- Vanilla – you can use Vanilla vodka or use vanilla extract, paste or even a fresh vanilla pod. Or you can make vanilla simple syrup, recipe in notes below
- A large shot of chilled Prosecco or Champagne served on the side
- Fresh passion fruit slice to garnish
How to make a Pornstar Martini
STEP 1. Put two martini glasses in the freezer to chill.
STEP 2. Slice the passion fruit and scoop out the seeds into a small sieve set over your cocktail shaker. Press on the seeds with the back of a spoon to extract the juice. Alternatively scoop the pulp directly into your shaker – a lazier option!
STEP 3. Half fill your cocktail shaker with cubed ice. Add the vodka, passion fruit liqueur, lime juice, sugar syrup and vanilla extract. Shake hard for 30 seconds. Taste your cocktail – is it too sweet or too sour? Adjust the lime juice or sugar syrup (simple syrup).
STEP 4. Strain the drink into the chilled cocktail glasses and garnish with a thin slice of passion fruit. Serve the shots of Prosecco on the side. Snap a couple of Instagram shots and enjoy!
How to drink a Porn Star Martini
The first time I was presented with one I was a bit perplexed by the shot served on the side. According to the creator you were supposed to scoop out and eat the passion fruit garnish, drink the Prosecco shot, then sip the cocktail at your leisure.
I have to say that sparkling wine doesn’t really lend itself to drinking as a shot! I have seen plenty of people pour the Prosecco into the martini, and usually do this myself.
Pornstar Martini tips and FAQs
- One large passionfruit contains approximately 1 tablespoon of juice (strained) and about 2 tablespoons of pulp. Passion fruit with slightly wrinkly skin tend to be a little sweeter than the smoother ones. If you can only find smooth ones then store them for a couple of days until the skin gets all crinkly!
- I can’t find fresh passion fruit – what can I use instead? You can replace the fresh passion fruit purée with store-bought versions. The only slight drawback is that they usually come in large containers and need to be used quite quickly. Monin and Funkin Pro (affiliate link) both do versions, available on Amazon. Store-bought Passion Fruit purée can be very sweet – you might need to adjust how much to add to your cocktail.
- You can add the pulp of the passion fruit directly into your shaker instead of extracting the juice first. Make sure to double strain the cocktail when serving.
- I don’t have Vanilla vodka – you don’t really need it, simply add a couple of drops of real vanilla extract (used in baking) or scrape the seeds from a vanilla pod. Alternatively you can make vanilla simple syrup (see recipe notes). Vanilla can be an overpowering flavour so make sure not to add too much!
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Pornstar Martini
Ingredients
- 4 passion fruit aproximately 60ml /2 fl oz of juice
- 100 ml 3 ½ fl oz Vodka or Vanilla vodka
- 2 tbsp Passoa liqueur (passionfruit liqueur)
- 1 tbsp lime juice or more to taste
- 1 tsp sugar syrup (optional - adjust to taste)
- Drop of vanilla extract (leave out if using Vanilla vodka)
- chilled Champagne or Prosecco to serve on the side
- 1 passion fruit , sliced or halved to garnish
Instructions
- Put two martini glasses in the freezer to chill.
- Slice the passion fruit and scoop out the seeds into a small sieve set over your cocktail shaker. Press on the seeds with the back of a spoon to extract the juice. For a lazier option scoop the passion fruit fresh directly into the shaker.
- Half fill your cocktail shaker with cubed ice. Add the vodka, passionfruit liqueur lime juice, sugar syrup, vanilla extract and shake hard for 30 seconds.
- Dip a straw into your drink and have a taste. Is it too sweet or too sour? Adjust by adding lime juice or sugar syrup as needed.
- Double strain the drink into the chilled cocktail glasses and garnish with a thin slice of passion fruit.
- Serve with shots of chilled Prosecco or Champagne on the side.
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Notes
Passion Star Martini tips and FAQs
- I can’t find fresh passion fruit - what can I use instead? You can replace the fresh passion fruit purée with store-bought versions. The only slight drawback is that they usually come if large containers and need to be used quite quickly.
- I don’t have Vanilla vodka - you don’t really need it, simply add a couple of drops of real vanilla extract (used in baking) or scrape the seeds from a vanilla pod. Alternatively use homemade vanilla simple syrup, recipe below.
- Do I pour the prosecco into the cocktail? The prosecco or Champagne is meant to be drunk on its own and served on the side. You can certainly pour it into your martini if you prefer, I usually do.
Vanilla Simple Syrup
Bring 135g (2/3 cup) of sugar and 120ml (1/2 cup) of water to a simmer over medium low heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Take off the heat when bubbles just rising to the surface. Stir in 1 tbsp vanilla pasta until dissolved. Cool and transfer to a clean jar or bottle. Keep in the fridge for up to a week to use in cocktails.Nutritional Info
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Kellie Anderson says
I love the new name you’ve given this otherwise very delightful cocktail. I’ve never ordered one just because of it’s name, although I’ve certainly enjoyed one or two in my time. I’d be very happy to order your iteration whatever the name though. And, can I just say, I love how you’ve colour-matched your dress to the drink.