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Our annual bridal issue has us adoring all things romance, and what could be more romantic than a cocktail from the Paris, the City of Love? According to mixologist Sharon Groff of Lancaster’s iconic lounge The Belvedere Inn, the original French martini was mixed with vodka and Lillet, a French aperitif wine with pale golden coloring. With the rise in popularity of the cosmopolitan and other fruity martinis in the late 90s, however, the French martini underwent a pink-hued makeover. The modern version of this mixed drink is a combination of the French vodka Grey Goose, pineapple juice and Chambord, a raspberry liqueur. Groff recommends pairing The Belvedere’s French martini with complementary flavors from their menu, like Thai lettuce wraps with hints of pineapple or chicken and raspberry salad.
The Belvedere Inn | 402 N. Queen St., Lancaster | www.belvederelancaster.com | 717-394-2422
French Martini
Serves 1
3 parts Grey Goose vodka 2 parts Chambord raspberry liqueur 1 part pineapple juice ice cherry
Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until slightly frothy. Pour into a frosted martini glass and garnish with a cherry.
