How to make a 420 Martini Cocktail (2026)

The 420 Martini is a playful, cannabis-themed twist on the classic martini cocktail, designed to nod to “420” culture (the informal holiday/code for cannabis appreciation on April 20 or in general). It’s not a super common mainstream drink but pops up in enthusiast circles, old cocktail sites, and some bars or events around 4/20 celebrations.

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The most direct and recurring version comes from sources like Drink of the Week, where it’s presented as a simple infused martini:

Ingredients (for one serving)

• 3 oz cannabis-infused vodka (sometimes called “Cannabis Vodka” or homemade; commercial versions have existed from places like Prague or hemp-based alternatives in legal markets)
• Dry vermouth (just enough to coat/rinse the glass)
• Optional: One hit of premium sativa or indica flower (via bong, joint, etc., for combined consumption—more of a ritual than an ingredient)

Instructions

1. Chill a martini glass and coat the inside with a small amount of dry vermouth (swirl and discard excess, like a classic dry martini rinse).
2. In a shaker, add the cannabis-infused vodka with ice.
3. Shake well until chilled.
4. Strain into the prepared martini glass.
5. (Optional step from the original): Take a hit of high-quality cannabis, hold it, then sip the martini for the full “420 experience.”

It ends up being a very dry, vodka-forward martini with subtle herbal or earthy notes from the infusion (depending on how the vodka was made—often by steeping cannabis seeds, trim, or distillate). The flavour is crisp and potent, but the real kick comes from the THC/CBD if the infusion is active.

Variations

• Some modern takes swap in hemp vodka (THC-free but with hemp seed notes) for a legal, non-intoxicating version—like in certain “420 Espresso Martini” recipes that mix hemp vodka with espresso/coffee liqueur.
• Others infuse gin instead of vodka or use cannabis tinctures/drops for easier dosing.
• Non-infused “420-themed” martinis sometimes appear at bars (e.g., green-tinted or garnished playfully), but the classic one ties directly to cannabis.

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