The little story: from Maverick to Pornstar
The Pornstar Martini was born in the 1990s under the expert hands ofDouglas Ankrahat the barThe Townhousein London. Initially named "Maverick Martini", its creator decided to change its name to pique the curiosity of his customers.
Douglas Ankrah explained that this name evoked something "super" for him, similar to the term "rockstar". Others see it as a reference to the erotic way of tasting passion fruit with a small spoon... In any case, the success was immediate, propelling this mix to global celebrity status.
Ingredients of the Pornstar Martini
For a cocktail worthy of the best bars in London or Paris, here are the ideal proportions:
3 cl of Vodka(choosea premium vodkafor purity).
2 cl of Passion Fruit Liqueur (The Joseph Cartron liqueur is excellent!).
3 cl of passion fruit nectar(for texture and fruit).
1 cl ofvanilla syrup(for sweetness).
Accompaniment:A shot (2 to 4 cl) of sparkling wine (Champagne, Prosecco orCrémant).
Essential equipment
Method: In a shaker.
Preparation steps: the service ritual
The "Shake":Pour the vodka, liqueur, nectar, and vanilla syrup into your shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds to achieve a nice fine foam on the surface.
The filtering:Using a strainer, pour the mixture into a pre-chilled cocktail glass.
The ritual service:Gently place half a passion fruit on the surface (it should float on the foam).
The accompaniment:Serve the cocktail with a small shot glass filled with sparkling wine on the side.
How to enjoy it?Traditionally, alternate a spoonful of passion fruit, a sip of the cocktail, and a sip of bubbles to cleanse the palate.
FAQ: Making your Pornstar Martini like a pro
Which sparkling wine should I choose to accompany my cocktail?
TheChampagneremains the most prestigious choice to balance the sweetness of the vanilla. However, a goodProsecco Extra Dryoran excellent Crémant de Bourgognefrom Joseph Cartronworks wonderfully to highlight the exotic notes of the passion fruit.
How to achieve a thick foam on my cocktail?
The secret lies in the power of the "shake". Make sure you have enough ice in yourBoston shakerand shake until the wall is frosted. It is the emulsion of the passion nectar that creates this velvety texture.
Where to buy accessories for the Pornstar Martini in Paris?
Everything you need, from professional shakers to mixing spoons, is available atOogy Wawa at 4 rue Auguste Dorchain, Paris 15.
