Martinez
The Martinez is a classic cocktail that is often considered a precursor to the Martini. It combines the sweetness of vermouth with the herbal notes of gin and a touch of maraschino liqueur, creating a balanced and aromatic drink.
Equipment
- Mixing glass
- Bar spoon
- Jigger
- Fine mesh strainer
- Coupe or martini glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz Old Tom Gin
- 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
- 1/4 oz Maraschino Liqueur
- 2 dashes Orange Bitters
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a coupe or martini glass by filling it with ice water. Set aside.
- In a mixing glass, combine the Old Tom gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and orange bitters.
- Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled.
- Discard the ice water from the chilled glass and strain the mixture into the glass using a fine mesh strainer.
- Express the oils from a lemon twist over the drink and drop it in as a garnish.
Notes
For a more traditional approach, you can experiment with different types of gin and vermouth to suit your taste. Old Tom gin is recommended for its slightly sweeter profile, which complements the other ingredients well.