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The Mirage Martini - I share the recipe of my invention. Anchored in paradise and a martini at sunset.

March 4, 2026 · 8 min · 1K views

MIRAGE catamaran’s rigging frames sunset over calm sea

What this video covers

Vlad prepares a signature cocktail, the Mirage Martini, aboard his Amel 50 while anchored at sunset.0:15 The recipe requires 75 ml of London dry gin, 15 ml of dry vermouth, 7 ml of Blue Curaçao, and 10 drops of orange bitters.1:05 The preparation involves combining these ingredients in a shaker with ice, which requires an onboard freezer to chill the drink and the serving glass properly.2:41 A lemon peel serves as the recommended garnish.3:27 The cocktail provides a softer, more refreshing alternative to traditional gin-based drinks like the Negroni or gin and tonic.3:46 The drink is intended to be served and consumed on the deck of the yacht during sunset.3:34

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