Fresh Honeydew Melon Martini (Gluten-Free)

I am crazy for a fresh anything, but this fresh honeydew melon martini is a real treat!  I’ve tried a fresh watermelon martini, but this is great, too! Since I’m allergic to citrus I couldn’t add any lemon or lime juice to mine, but it will definitely give it a good flavor. I’d prefer lemon juice myself. Others add triple sec (a mixture of bitters and sweet oranges), but this recipe for a fresh honeydew melon martini did me just fine! Very chilled and frothy on top. I’ve also included a link to gluten-free vodka brands. Enjoy!

 

Though it is claimed that all distilled products are gluten-free, you may wish to be on the cautious side and use a vodka made from potato, corn or grapes. See the brands listed in the Fresh Watermelon Martini recipe.

Where I live, in California, honeydew melon season is from August – November. So refreshing during the summer!

Fresh Honeydew Melon Martini (Gluten-Free)

Yield: Makes 1 martini

Fresh Honeydew Melon Martini (Gluten-Free)

Any icy tropical cocktail made of fresh honeydew melon.Try this honeydew melon martini when honeydew is in season in your area!

Ingredients:

  • 1-1/4 cups cubed honeydew melon
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons agave syrup
  • 1-1/2 shots vodka
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice or 1 shot of triple sec (optional)
  • Granulated sugar for rim (optional)
  • Sprig of mint for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Add melon, agave and vodka to blender; puree.
  2. Fill martini shaker 3/4 way full with ice; add mixture; and shake for about 30 seconds.
  3. If using, place granulated sugar in a saucer as wide as the rim of the martini glass. Wet rim of glass and dip into saucer.
  4. Pour martini mixture into glass and serve chilled.

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