Martinez (Modern)

Ingredients

  • 45 ml London dry gin
  • 45 ml Sweet vermouth e.g. Carpano Antica, Cocchi di Torino
  • 5 ml Maraschino liqueur e.g. Luxardo
  • 2 dashes Orange bitters
  • Garnish Lemon twist

Preparation

  1. Stir all ingredients with ice.
  2. Strain into a Nick & Nora 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 lemon twist. Use a peeler or knife to cut a wide strip, avoiding the white pith. Twist it over the drink to release the oils, then drop it in.

Origin Story

The modern Martinez cocktail is a contemporary take on a drink that is believed to be a precursor to the Martini, originating in the 19th century. Its resurgence highlights the ongoing fascination with classic cocktails and their evolution.

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