The Martinez

This classic recipe first appeared in O. H. Byron’s 1884 Modern Bartenders’ Guide and is said to be the inspiration for the Martini. Legend is mixed on who created this classic cocktail and its origin—only the drink knows the true story…
Photography By | September 15, 2015

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces gin
  • 1ounces sweet vermouth
  • ¼ ounce Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Preparation

Place all ingredients into a shaking tin. Fill with ice. Stir for 10 seconds, then gently strained out into a martini/coup/ Marie-Antonette glass. Garnish with orange twist.

Recipes courtesy of Logan Hunter, Cardinal Spirits

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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces gin
  • 1ounces sweet vermouth
  • ¼ ounce Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters

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