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Love Language

A Love Language lowABV cocktail in a coupe on a marble countertop.
Photo by Kristin Teig

Can you think of anything more delectable, more joyous, or more satisfying than a fresh, perfectly ripe, juicy, fragrant tomato? Nor can I! To me, tomato season officially means summer. And summer means dips in the lake, a rotation of vegetables on the grill, and the never-ending, relentless search for the perfect dress that is simultaneously flattering and bag-like. When I think martini, however, I don’t immediately think “Yum, refreshing!” Well, you guessed it—I’m here to change your mind. The key to this martini-ish summer cocktail is making sure that it is colder than cold. I recommend that your sherry, dry vermouth, and Lillet Rosé come straight from the fridge when mixing this recipe up, so if you’re using unopened bottles, definitely chill them beforehand. Tomolives are bright and briny pickled green tomatoes that make a great garnish—also best served cold!

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1 cocktail

Ingredients

1 ripe cherry tomato
1½ oz. Lillet Rosé
¾ oz. fino sherry
¾ oz. dry vermouth
1 tsp. strawberry liqueur
Tomolive for garnish

Preparation

  1. At the bottom of a mixing glass, gently muddle cherry tomato. Add Lillet Rosé, fino sherry, dry vermouth, and strawberry liqueur. Add ice and stir until well chilled. Fine-strain into a Nick and Nora glass. Garnish with a tomolive.

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