Why is the Prosecco served separately rather than mixed in?

The Prosecco shot alongside is a theatrical British invention — it wasn't in Dick Bradsell's original recipe. The idea is to sip the cocktail, then take the Prosecco as a palate cleanser, alternating between the two. In practice, most people just pour it in. Both approaches are fine.

What can I use instead of Passoa passion fruit liqueur?

Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur (Dominican Republic) is a premium alternative with cleaner, more authentic passion fruit flavour. Monin Passion Fruit Syrup works for a non-alcoholic base. Funkin Passion Fruit Martini Mix is a convenient pre-made option. Avoid generic passion fruit cordials — they lack the depth.

Can I make Porn Star Martinis in a batch for a party?

Yes — combine everything except the Prosecco in advance and refrigerate. The foam forms from shaking, so each serving still needs to be shaken individually. Serve the Prosecco in small separate shot glasses alongside. The pre-mixed base keeps refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Trending · 2025–2026 #11 most trending

Porn Star Martini

Name: Porn Star Martini
Prep time: 4 min
Total time: 4 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Cocktail Culture
Ingredients: 45 ml vanilla vodka; 30 ml passion fruit liqueur (Passoa); 10 ml vanilla syrup; 1 fresh passion fruit; 15 ml fresh lime juice; 45 ml chilled prosecco (served alongside)

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Prep time 4 min

Skill level Easy–Medium

Glassware Martini glass or coupe + a prosecco shot glass on the side

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The recipe

Serves

Ingredients

45 ml vanilla vodka
30 ml passion fruit liqueur (Passoa)
10 ml vanilla syrup
1 fresh passion fruit
15 ml fresh lime juice
45 ml chilled prosecco (served alongside)

Glass Martini glass or coupe + a prosecco shot glass on the side

Method

Cut the passion fruit in half. Reserve one half for garnish; scoop the pulp from the other half into the shaker.
Add vanilla vodka, passion fruit liqueur, vanilla syrup, and lime juice to the shaker.
Muddle the passion fruit pulp briefly.
Add ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
Double strain into a chilled martini glass.
Float the reserved passion fruit half face-up on top of the drink (it should float on the foam).
Pour chilled prosecco into a small shot glass or mini flute and serve alongside.
Present together — the visual pairing is essential to the experience.

Porn Star Martini

"The most searched cocktail in the world. The name gets the attention. The passion fruit keeps you coming back."

At a Glance


Trend Rank	#11 · Most Googled Cocktail Globally (2025–2026)
Vibe	Playful · Tropical · Unapologetically Fun · Theatrical
Strength	Medium (approx. 15–18% ABV)
Best For	Girls' nights · Birthdays · Hen parties · Cocktail bars
Skill Level	Easy–Medium

Flavor Profile

Opens with an explosion of tropical passion fruit — tangy, exotic, unmistakable. Vanilla rounds the edges into something smooth and indulgent. The prosecco sidecar provides contrast and bubbles, cutting through the sweetness with a dry sparkling punctuation.

Flavor Profile

Passion Fruit

90%

Vanilla

70%

Tropical

80%

Sweet

70%

Tart/Citrus

40%

Alcohol Heat

40%

The story

Created by Douglas Ankrah at The Townhouse in London's Knightsbridge in 2002, the Porn Star Martini was designed to be "the sexiest, most outrageous cocktail imaginable." Ankrah wanted a drink that would generate conversation before the first sip — and the name certainly did that.

The drink's real genius is the prosecco sidecar: a small shot of chilled prosecco served alongside the martini. The traditional way to drink it — alternating between the passion fruit martini and the prosecco shot — gives the experience a pacing and ritual that no other cocktail offers. Some dip the prosecco; some sip alternately; some pour it in. Either way, it extends the experience.

By 2015 it was the #1 most ordered cocktail in UK bars — a position it hasn't surrendered since. In 2025 it claimed the title of the most Google-searched cocktail globally, and it has held that ground into 2026: Difford's Guide — the bartending trade's own reference — has named it its most-visited cocktail page for 11 years running, and both TikTok and Food52 have called out a fresh wave of interest in 2026. A testament to both its visual appeal and the conversation it consistently generates.

By the numbers

Metric	Data
UK bar ranking	#1 most ordered cocktail since 2019
Global Google search rank (2025–2026)	#1 most searched cocktail
Difford's Guide most-visited cocktail	11 consecutive years
TikTok hashtag views (#pornstarmartini)	520M+
Countries where it ranks top 10	15+
Average bar price (US, 2025–2026)	$15–$22

Variations

Variation	Twist
Mango Porn Star	Add 20 ml mango purée alongside the passion fruit
Smoky Passion Fruit Martini	Add a rinse of mezcal to the glass before pouring
Frozen Porn Star	Blend with ice for a tropical slush
Passion Fruit Negroni	Replace sweet vermouth with passion fruit liqueur — adventurous
Elderflower Porn Star	Add 15 ml St-Germain — floral and passion fruit together

What to serve with it

Food: Fresh tropical fruits, coconut desserts, mango sticky rice, light sushi rolls, shortbread
Occasion: Birthday celebrations, hen parties, pre-dinner cocktails, tropical-themed events
Music vibe: Upbeat pop, tropical house, early 2000s dance music

Quick-reference card

PORN STAR MARTINI
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Vanilla vodka          45 ml
Passion fruit liqueur  30 ml  (Passoa)
Vanilla syrup          10 ml
Fresh passion fruit    ½ (juice + ½ for garnish)
Fresh lime juice       15 ml

Sidecar: chilled prosecco 45 ml

→ Muddle passion fruit pulp in shaker
→ Add remaining ingredients + ice
→ Shake hard 15 sec
→ Double strain into chilled martini glass
→ Float passion fruit half on top
→ Serve with prosecco in a shot glass alongside
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Glassware & presentation

Primary glass: V-shaped martini glass or coupe Sidecar: Champagne shot glass (50 ml), mini flute, or small coupe Serve: Straight up for martini; chilled prosecco in sidecar Temperature: Both ice cold Garnish: Passion fruit half floating on the surface

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Frequently Asked Questions

: The Prosecco shot alongside is a theatrical British invention — it wasn't in Dick Bradsell's original recipe. The idea is to sip the cocktail, then take the Prosecco as a palate cleanser, alternating between the two. In practice, most people just pour it in. Both approaches are fine.
: Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur (Dominican Republic) is a premium alternative with cleaner, more authentic passion fruit flavour. Monin Passion Fruit Syrup works for a non-alcoholic base. Funkin Passion Fruit Martini Mix is a convenient pre-made option. Avoid generic passion fruit cordials — they lack the depth.
: Yes — combine everything except the Prosecco in advance and refrigerate. The foam forms from shaking, so each serving still needs to be shaken individually. Serve the Prosecco in small separate shot glasses alongside. The pre-mixed base keeps refrigerated for up to 24 hours.