History & Heritage
“Douglas Ankrah unveiled the Pornstar Martini at London's Townhouse bar in 2002, pairing vanilla vodka and passion fruit with a ritual champagne shot. Its cheeky rebrand from the 'Maverick Martini' and global popularity cemented it as a flagship of the 21st‑century cocktail boom.”
Ingredients
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2 oz
0.5 oz
0.5 oz
0.5 oz
2 oz
Method
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Add all ingredients except champagne to a shaker with ice
Shake well and double strain into a chilled martini glass
Serve with the champagne in a separate shot glass
Garnish with half a passion fruit
Glassware
Served up with a side shot of champagne
Garnish
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Flavor Journey
Every great cocktail tells a story through its flavors. Here's the sensory experience you can expect.
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Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Chill the champagne shot separately
Use ripe passion fruit for vibrant aroma
Dry shake to build foam before adding ice
Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Pornstar Martini.
Pornstar Royale
Topped with Champagne instead of serving it on the side.
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Frozen Pornstar Martini
Blended with crushed ice for a slushy summer treat.
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Virgin Pornstar Martini
Non-alcoholic version using seedlip-style spirit and sparkling grape juice.
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Pineapple Pornstar Martini
Adds a splash of pineapple juice for extra foam and sweetness.
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Clarified Pornstar Martini
Clarified with enzymes for a crystal-clear, spirit-forward serve.
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More to Explore
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Frozen Pornstar Martini
A modern, blended interpretation of the classic Pornstar Martini, with a vibrant, tropical flavor profile of passion fruit and vanilla.
Pineapple Pornstar Martini
A tropical twist on the modern classic Pornstar Martini, featuring bright pineapple juice that enhances the vanilla and passion fruit flavors with refreshing complexity.
Clarified Pornstar Martini
An elegant reinterpretation of Douglas Ankrah's modern classic using advanced clarification techniques to create crystal clarity while preserving passion fruit essence.