Martini Variation

Dirty Martini

Name: Dirty Martini
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 60 ml Gin; 15 ml Dry vermouth; 15 ml Olive brine

Served in a martini glass

Ingredients

60 ml Gin
15 ml Dry vermouth
15 ml Olive brine

Preparation

Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass.

Garnish

Olives

Origin story

The Dirty Martini emerged in the early 20th century as a variation of the classic Martini, incorporating olive brine for added flavor. Its popularity grew in the 1950s, particularly in cocktail culture, as a favored choice among those seeking a savory twist.