🔗 Share this article The Covent Garden Hotel's Saketini – Recipe For something a little unexpected, sample this refined martini-inspired drink. It is delicate, fragrant and easy to sip, and matches wonderfully with parmesan chunks. Japanese-Inspired Martini Makes a single portion 30ml gin – choose a premium dry gin 15ml Lillet Blanc – an aromatic French aperitif wine 15ml sake – select a smooth, medium-bodied variety Measure the gin, Lillet Blanc and sake into a shaker, toss in plenty of ice cubes and stir for 30 seconds to chill well. Strain into a well-chilled martini glass and serve. A refined martini variation with sake