Martinez

Gin and sweet vermouth share equal space in this stirred cocktail, with maraschino and orange bitters supplying accents. This adaptation follows the current IBA dry-gin specification and uses a measured five-milliliter liqueur spoon.

Martinez served in a coupe glass with a lemon twist against a black background.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 45 ml London dry gin
  • 45 ml Sweet red vermouth
  • 5 ml Maraschino liqueur
  • 2 dash Orange bitters
  • 1 piece Lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Chill a coupe glass and measure the ingredients.
  2. Combine the measured ingredients in a mixing glass, then fill it with ice.
  3. Stir smoothly for about 20–30 seconds, until the mixture is thoroughly chilled.
  4. Strain into the coupe glass.
  5. Finish with a lemon twist and serve promptly.