Martini Variation

Dirty Martini

Served in a martini glass · ~180 cal

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Dirty Martini

Ingredients

  • 60 ml Gin
  • 15 ml Dry vermouth e.g. Noilly Prat, Dolin Dry
  • 15 ml Olive brine
  • Garnish Olives

Preparation

  1. Stir all ingredients with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Don't know how? Pour the drink through a strainer (or the built-in strainer on your shaker) to catch the ice and any solids.
  3. Garnish with 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.

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Seen in

  • No Time to Die 2021

    Bond's final outing includes his signature martini, this time with olive brine.

  • Swingers 1996

    Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau navigate LA's cocktail lounges, ordering dirty martinis.