How To Make The Martini

The Martini is a classic cocktail template and is basically the Starbucks of the cocktail world in that everyone has their preferred order. Here I talk about the language of the Martini (dry, dirty, etc) and make three of my favorite recipes.

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EQUIPMENT

1. Cocktail set (includes Boston shaker, jigger, bar spoon, hawthorne strainer, fine mesh strainer, julep strainer, muddler, cocktail picks)

2. Angled measuring jigger

   • Version using ml measurements

3. Fancy mixing glass

   • Cheaper option

4. Julep strainer

5. Cocktail glasses

6. Nick & Nora glasses

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Gin Martini

• 2oz (60ml) London dry gin

• 1oz (30ml) dry vermouth

• 1 dash orange bitters

• Lemon twist

1. Add all liquid ingredients to a mixing glass with ice

2. Stir and strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass

3. Express oils over the drink and serve

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Dirty Vodka Martini

• 2.5oz (75ml) vodka

• .5oz (15ml) dry vermouth

• 1 barspoon olive brine

• Olives

1. Add all liquid ingredients to a mixing glass with ice

2. Stir and strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass

3. Garnish with olives and and serve

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Martinez

• 2oz (60ml) Old Tom gin

• 1oz (30ml) sweet vermouth

• 2 dashes orange bitters

• Lemon twist

1. Add all liquid ingredients to a mixing glass with ice

2. Stir and strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass

3. Express oils over the drink and serve