Spirit-forward · Gin
Martinez
The missing link to the Martini.
Sweet vermouth-heavy gin with maraschino and orange bitters — the 1880s drink that evolved into both the Manhattan and the Martini.
Ingredients
- London Dry Gin45 ml
- Sweet Red Vermouth45 ml
- Maraschino Luxardo1 Bar Spoon
- Orange Bitters2 Dashes
Garnish
Lemon zest.
Method
- 1Pour all ingredients into mixing glass with ice cubes.
- 2Stir well. Strain into chilled cocktail glass.
The lesson
Cocktail history is a family tree. The Martinez shows you the Martini before it dried out — evolution you can taste.
