Martinez 2 Cocktail
The Martinez 2 cocktail - widely regarded as the original precursor to the martini cocktail, is a complex and aromatic drink methodically mixed with ice until frozen and strained ‘up’. Typically garnished with an orange twist or lemon peel, the drink provides a beautifully balanced, spirit-forward sip that is both elegant and easy.
What you’ll need
Ingredients
- Tanqueray No 10 gin (or any other gin of choice)20ml
- Sweet vermouth7ml
- Maraschino liqueur3ml
- Aromatic bitters1ml
- Ice cubesFor stirring
- Orange peelFor garnish
Method
- Step 1
Place your coupe or martini cocktail glass in the freezer or fill with ice water before discarding.
- Step 2
In a mixing glass, add the gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur and aromatic bitters.
- Step 3
Add plenty of fresh ice to the mixing glass and stir carefully for 20-30 seconds until the mixture is completely cold and diluted.
- Step 4
Strain into the chilled serving glass, pour the oils from an orange peel over the drink for aroma and add it as a garnish.
Tips & Suggestions
Instead of just a few drops, pour aromatic bitters into an atomiser. Once the drink has been strained, spray a single, fine mist over the surface to create an evenly distributed aromatic coating.
Before twisting the orange peel, gently warm it up between your palms or over a lighter flame for 2-3 seconds to enhance natural oil release, resulting in a more potent aromatic expression.
FAQs
The Martinez cocktail precedes the discovery of the martini cocktail and is made with a combination of sweet vermouth and maraschino liqueur, which provides a richer, sweeter flavour profile.
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