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Blood oranges can help to turn a classic cocktail into a beautiful and uniquely colored spring drink. Did you know that the typical season for blood oranges runs from January through mid-April? That means now is the perfect time to pick up some fresh blood oranges (check your local farmers market for the best tasting, end of season fruits) and serve the yummy, sweet and tart Blood Orange Martini.
I first discovered this amazing drink during a weekend spend at the La Jolla Shores Hotel with my mom and sisters. One evening, after a soak in the hot tub, we sat at the bar overlooking the Pacific for a round or two of cocktails. It was mid-April and the bartender recommended that we take advantage of the fresh, ripe blood oranges and order their signature martini. Thank you, wise bartender, for that excellent advice!
It was my cocktail of choice for the rest of our stay and I had to find a version to make at home. I’ve been able to recreate this perfect cocktail (not too sweet, so satisfying and perfect for sipping) using this simple version from the always in the know Martha Stewart website.
Ingredients
1/2 cup citrus-flavored vodka
1/4 cup freshly squeezed blood orange juice (about 1 orange)
2 tablespoons Simple Syrup
(Simple Syrup is always useful to have on hand for all types of cocktails. You can make a batch and store it in the fridge for future use. With a nice, tight lid, it should last about a month.)
Dried blood orange segments, for garnish
Directions
In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, juice, and simple syrup with ice; shake well. Strain into 2 martini glasses, and garnish with orange segments.
This recipe is for two drinks, so you will want to double or triple as needed! I like to use fresh slices of orange as a garnish as well. This cocktail makes a very refreshing and elegant drink for girl’s night in, a cocktail party or even Easter brunch.
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This looks very delicious. The color fits a lot with the website hehe. But it looks nice :D
Yum! Tyna you always come up with the tastiest looking drinks. I’m addicted to blood orange Italian soda that a local grocery store here makes. Can’t wait to try this one. Sounds perfect for spring.
I love how simple this is. And it looks bloody delicious!
I so want one now and am in search of the elusive blood orange…
I’m not a drinker but that could change for something like this. Yum.
Looks delicious! A perfect spring or summer drink!
Isn’t it 5 o’clock somewhere?! I’m making this lovely blood orange martini! I may change this up slightly and use Trader Joes Blood Orange Juice, from Italy.. it’s awesome in drinks or alone!
Hey ladies! Yep, it’s 5 o clock somewhere, so drink up! I’ve had TJ’s Blood orange Juice and some italian sodas in blood orange – they both would be good substitutes for fresh blood oranges (and maybe use those little sweet oranges as garnish). But, keep an eye out for fresh ones, since kow is the time to get them. Good luck on your search and enjoy!
Mmmm, I’m thinking about Blood Orange Mimosas now too!
Definitely adding these to the easter menu. THey’re so fun. I sort of thinkg the citrus would be a good contrast with a mexican-themed meal too!
Sounds yummy and looks fabulous! I printed this out for the next time I have guests and want to impress them with something other than Corona with real limes! I’m lame, ok?