Mango Martini is a refreshing blend of mango, vodka, and lime juice. It is the perfect drink for summer parties, BBQs, or get-togethers. Here is how to make it (vegan, gluten-free).
Here are some more cocktail recipes: Mango Daiquiri, Frozen Strawberry Margarita, Red Wine Sangria, Mango Mojito, and Watermelon Mojito.
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About Mango Martini
Mango Martini is an easy and quick drink that you can fix in 5 minutes. This light and trendy drink use just 4 ingredients – vodka, Grand Marnier, mango puree, and lime juice.
Mango martini has become my favorite cocktail for summer barbeque parties, get-togethers or to sip through the evening while chilling at home. It is sweet, treat, fruity, and very refreshing.
This refreshing drink is quite popular in Thai and Asian restaurants and makes a perfect beverage to accompany your Thai (Asian meals).
This recipe is vegan and gluten-free, and you can easily scale it as per your needs.
Ingredients
I love this drink because it is simple and needs just 4 ingredients – vodka, Grand Marnier, mango puree, and lime juice.
Mango Puree – Make fresh mango puree for the best result. I have a detailed post on how to make mango puree; check it out.
I like to use Indian mangoes like Alphonso mango or Kesar mangoes or others like Champagne mangoes or Florida mangoes, as they are very sweet and juicy. You can use any ripe and sweet mango that you prefer.
If fresh mangoes are not readily available, make a puree using frozen mangoes or canned mango pulp.
You can also use mango juice or mango nectar in place of puree; the cocktail will be thinner in this case.
Vodka & Grand Marnier – You can use any unflavoured vodka.
Grand Marnier is an orange-flavored liqueur that gives this drink a refreshing taste. You can use other orange-flavored liqueurs like Triple Sec or Cointreau instead of Grand Marnier.
Lime Juice – Use freshly squeezed lime juice to add a tangy touch to this sweet drink.
If your mangoes are not sweet enough, add a little sugar syrup to sweeten the drink.
How To Rim The Martini Glass
Follow these easy steps to get a tropical bar-like rim on the Martini glass:
- Take some water on a shallow plate, dip the rim of the glass in it, and then invert it on a plate filled with salt. Shake the glass gently to remove any excess salt.
- Alternatively, you could rub a lemon wedge on the rim and then invert the glass on a plate filled with salt.
I have used sea salt for rimming the glass as it goes well with mangoes. However, you may suit yourself and use any other salt.
A salt and red chili mix also works great for rimming cocktail glasses.
How To Make Mango Martini
Pour
- 1.5 ounces (45 ml) vodka
- 1.5 ounces (45 ml) Grand Marnier
- 1 ounce (30 ml) mango puree
- 1 ounce (30 ml) lime juice
into a cocktail shaker.
Fill the shaker with crushed ice and shake well for 30 seconds.
Strain the mix into the rimmed glass.
Serve immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Add 1 cup water and 1 cup granulated sugar to a saucepan and heat over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, swirling the pan occasionally until the sugar completely dissolves. Cool, then store in an airtight container, in the fridge, for up to 4 weeks.
Pro Tips By Neha
Add a little sugar syrup if you like your drinks on the sweeter side.
You can increase or decrease the amount of lime juice according to your taste preference.
Make this cocktail ahead of time for parties. Freeze it before use, then blend again until it is slushy.
If mangoes are not in season, you can use canned mango puree or mango juice to make this drink.
Add a little bit of pineapple juice to make a pineapple mango martini.
You can make a frozen version of this martini by freezing the mango pieces or pulp and then blending all the ingredients until it becomes slushy.
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Mango Martini Recipe
Ingredients
- 1.5 ounces vodka (45 ml)
- 1.5 ounces Grand Marnier (45 ml)
- 1 ounce mango puree (30 ml)
- 1 ounce lime juice (30 ml)
- crushed Ice
Instructions
Rim the Glass
- Take some water on a shallow plate and dip the rim of the glass in it and then invert the glass on a plate filled with salt. Shake the glass gently to remove any excess salt.
- Alternatively, you could also rub a lemon wedge on the rim and then invert the glass on a plate filled with salt.
- I have used sea salt for rimming the glass as it goes well with mangoes. However, you may suit yourself and use any other salt as well.
- A mix of salt and red chili also works great for rimming the cocktail glasses.
Make The Cocktail
- Pour vodka, Grand Marnier, mango puree, and lime juice into a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with crushed ice and shake well for 30 seconds.
- Strain the mix into the rimmed glass.
- Serve immediately.
Gloria
What a great way to showcase mango. This drink sounds delicious. I think it would be great for a late brunch….but really poolside in the summer would be perfect.
Tracy
Oooh yes!! Summer is for mangos INDEED! And in a martini? Sooo refreshing! Love that it has a little fizz too, how fun!
Kathy McDaniel
What a wonderful, tasty and beautiful looking drink. I love martinis so I am sure this cocktail will be made multiple times this summer. Love it and love mangoes!
Annissa
I love the combination of the salt on the rim with the sweet mango goodness. This recipe is perfect for summer. What a great way to keep cocktails interesting!
Sues
Yes, please!! I’m a big fan of all things mango and I’m pretty much obsessed with the color of this martini. Perfection!
Neha Mathur
Thnx much 🙂
Sarah
I cut my very first mango today! Well- correction- I SUCCESSFULLY cut my very first mango today. There’s been plenty of mangled mangoes that got thrown over the hill for the deer to eat. But now I feel so empowered, that I need to go make this drink. YUM
Neha Mathur
Mango is love. We get the best mangoes here in India. Do try this recipe. I am sure you will love it.
Julia
I love mango in the summer! This sounds like such a delicious cocktail and you mentioning having it at a Thai restaurant makes me think that it would be perfect with a nice shrimp roll or pad thai. So delicious!
Neha Mathur
Oh yes. Thats a great idea. I will make this next time to pair with my Mango Martini 🙂
Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic
Oooo! A mango martini sounds lovely. The sweet mango puree tempered by the zip of lime juice is an absolutely perfect combination.
Neha Mathur
It was indeed a lovely combo 🙂
Marisa Franca
What a great way to toast mango season! The cocktail is beautiful but aside from the eye appeal, I bet the taste is amazing. I’m definitely going to make this great looking drink especially with that squeeze of lime cutting the sweetness of the mango.
Neha Mathur
It tasted great 🙂
Michele
We had an impromptu happy hour last night and made these– had to run and get more mango, because we all wanted seconds! Cant beat that for a rave review!!
Neha Mathur
I am so glad the recipe worked for you 🙂
Amanda
I love mango everything! i know I would love this refreshing cocktail. Do you know the best way to make a mango puree?
Neha Mathur
Just peel the mangoes and take out the flesh. Blend in a blender until smooth. Easy peeasy 🙂
Carmy
I love a good mango drink! I wish I knew about this earlier so I could’ve made this over the wedding – we had two weddings and this would’ve been a refreshing change from all the rum and coke our tables had!
Neha Mathur
Oh yes. It would have been perfect. But no worries, you can try it out for any other occasion 🙂
Donna
YUM! Cant wait to try these out at our bbq this weekend. I literally grabbed a big box of mangoes today and they have been tempting me from the kitchen counter since we got home 🙂
Neha Mathur
So cool. Do try 🙂
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I’m with you. Fruit plus alcohol FTW. They go together so nicely – probably unsurprising given how many fruits will turn into alcohol with a little bit of cajoling. I love the flavours you’re working with here, and I’m always on board with all-things-mango. Nicely done!
Neha Mathur
Thnx Sean 🙂
Deb
Made it; now making a 2nd batch – my husband says it is delicious- had Trader Joe’s 100% mango juice – worked well. Will have to try with mango purée next time. It is delicious!
Neha Mathur
Awesome 🙂