The Tomatini Is Summer’s Unexpected Cocktail Star

If last summer belonged to the spritz, this one is leaning a little more savory. The Tomatini is quickly emerging as the drink to know, blending fresh tomato with a clean vodka base for something that feels crisp, bright, and just unexpected enough to stand out. It’s lighter than your typical cocktail but still layered with flavor, making it a natural fit for brunches, garden parties, and those early evening moments when you want something refreshing but a little more elevated.

The shift toward drinks like the Tomatini signals a broader move toward “garden-to-glass” cocktails. Think fresh ingredients, subtle sweetness, and a focus on balance over sugar. Alongside it, citrus-forward juleps and cucumber-heavy Collins are gaining traction, all pointing to a summer lineup that feels cleaner, greener, and more intentional without trying too hard.

How to make

Tomatini

Imagery: HERE [Ketel One]

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe Campari tomato, sliced into quarters (about ½ cup total)

• 1 ½ oz Ketel One Vodka

• ¹⁄₃ oz white balsamic vinegar

• Pinch of salt and black pepper

• 1 barspoon simple syrup

• Black pepper, for garnish

• Cherry tomato, for garnish

In a cocktail shaker, muddle the tomato quarters. Add remaining ingredients and ice.  Shake well, then double strain into a martini glass.  Sprinkle black pepper on top.  Garnish with a cherry tomato on the rim or pick.

The best part is how easily the Tomatini translates at home. It’s the kind of cocktail that instantly upgrades your hosting game and gets people talking without feeling overly complicated. If you’re looking to switch up your usual lineup, this is the one to try, and once you make it, don’t be surprised if it becomes your signature pour for the season.

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