I was first introduced to this incredible libation at a sushi restaurant in Boston. Rather than vermouth, the bartender substituted sake and instead of olives, a thin slice of cucumber was floating on top.

No need to have sushi to have this drink at the end of a long day.

Ready

• Grey Goose Vodka (or your preference)
• Sake (Any brand that doesn’t have a screwtop)
• Cucumber, skinned and thinly sliced

Set

• Chilled martini glass
• Martini mixer & strainer
• Shot glass

Go

1. Add 1 part Sake to 4 parts Vodka
2. Shake with whole ice
3. Strain into Martini glass with cucumber