Although the name has proved controversial, Ankrah denied that he named it to be deliberately provocative. [4] In interviews, Ankrah claimed he used the "porn star" name to evoke "a stylish and confident drink...[that's]...pure indulgence, sexy, fun and evocative". Ankrah also denied being a fan of pornography, or idolising any porn stars in particular. [9] He said he wanted to create "a stylish and confident drink...[that's]….pure indulgence, sexy, fun and evocative." Step Four: If your shaker doesn't have a built-in strainer, put a coiled strainer over the top of your shaker and strain into a chilled martini glass (don't forget to dump the ice out of the glasses first!) Garnish with a piece of fresh passion fruit. Both these alternatives offer the same kind of zesty flavour as Passoa and will go well with the lime juice and vanilla. However, they'll change the flavour profile quite a bit. So, you'll need to add a little more fresh passion fruit to the mix, just to bring out the key flavour. What's best with a pornstar martini – prosecco or champagne?

If you're making up a batch of porn star martinis for a special occasion, it's definitely worth splashing out on a bottle of champagne. Step Three: Fill the shaker up about halfway with ice, put on the lid and shake for at least 30 seconds to ensure a proper mix. The mix of theatre (in the serving of two separate drinks) and the eye-catching name shows why it’s such a hit. Just don’t ask us what to do with the fizz! Obituaries, Telegraph (September 2, 2021). "Douglas Ankrah, 'mixologist' who invented the Pornstar Martini – obituary"– via www.telegraph.co.uk.A Pornstar Martini should be served in very cold martini glasses and garnished with a piece of passion fruit. There should be a shot (about 45mls) of prosecco or champagne on the side. Let's be honest, it was a bit of a bland name and didn't quite fit with this exciting, provocative drink. Kate Malczewski (August 17, 2021). "Pornstar Martini creator Douglas Ankrah dies". The Spirits Business. Remember, this is a when-the-air-hits type of drink! It's so deliciously cold and sweet and the passion fruit is so intense and enticingly flavoured that it can go down a little too easily.

Of course, champagne's not essential. You can always have a shot of prosecco with a pornstar martini. A shot of cava would also go down a treat, as would any good sparkling wine.

a b DeCiccio, Emily (1 October 2017). "The Porn Star Martini: The story behind this provocative, tasty drink". Fox News . Retrieved 29 August 2019. Looking for non-alcoholic drink options? Try my Homemade Lemon Cordial or Elderflower Cordial recipes.