Martini is loved by many in our family. Here are the three ways to make this classic cocktail, as I am convinced, there is a way to make a martini for everyone.
Tools needed:
Mixing glass
Bar mixing spoon
Cocktail shaker
Cocktail picks
Strainer
Measuring cup/jigger
Ice scoop
DRY (GIN) MARTINI
This is a great choice for gin drinkers and those who prefer more florality and smooth texture in their cocktail. This is a classic version of the drink and my personal favorite.
Ingredients:
Gin of choice
Dry vermouth
Orange bitters (optional)
Lemon Twist
Ice
Recipe
Step 1:
Chill your glassware by filling your glass with ice cubes and letting it sit while you are mixing the cocktail or simply pop the glass in the freezer.
Step 2:
Add gin and dry vermouth in 5:1 ratio to a mixing glass, add a dash of orange bitters (optional), fill mixing glass with cubed ice and stir until the liquid is well chilled (avoid mixing for too long - the ice will start melting and diluting the drink, you just need to make the contents cold).
Step 3:
Strain the mix into a chilled martini glass (make sure to discard the ice from the glass before pouring the martini in it). Garnish with a lemon twist.
For visual reference check out the video recipe on our Instagram @fluidbykate.
DIRTY (VODKA) MARTINI
This version of martini is loved by many for it's savory flavor - olive brine makes it slightly salty. The playful interaction between vodka's crispness and saltiness from the brine results in a very unique cocktail flavor.
Ingredients:
Vodka of choice
Dry vermouth
Olives in brine
Ice
Recipe
Step 1:
Chill your glassware by filling your glass with ice cubes and letting it sit while you are mixing the cocktail or simply pop the glass in the freezer.
Step 2:
Add vodka and dry vermouth in 5:1 ratio to a mixing glass, add a splash of olive brine, fill mixing glass with cubed ice and stir until the liquid is well chilled.
Step 3:
Strain the mix into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with 2-3 olives on a cocktail pick.
For visual reference check out the video recipe on our Instagram @fluidbykate.
LYCHEE MARTINI
This is an alternative version of martini for those who prefer the sweet and fruity beverages where the liquor flavor is milder. Lychee martini is my go-to for those who say they don't like martinis.
Ingredients:
Vodka of choice - 1 oz
Dry vermouth - 1/2 oz
Elderflower liquor - 1/4 oz
Lychee juice (lychee soft drink like Calpico would work too) - 1 oz
Lemon juice
Lime coin/lychee/maraschino cherries/dried cocktail orange slice
Ice
Recipe:
Step 1:
Chill your glassware by filling your glass with ice cubes and letting it sit while you are mixing the cocktail or simply pop the glass in the freezer.
Step 2:
Add all ingredients with a squeeze of lemon juice to a cocktail shaker and mix vigorously for about 20-30 sec.
Step 3:
Strain the mix into a chilled martini/cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime coin/lychee/maraschino cherries/dried cocktail orange slice.
For visual reference check out the video recipe on our Instagram @fluidbykate.
Let us know in the comments below which version is your favorite and tag @fluidbykate in your photos on Instagram to share your martini creations!
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