The Martinez Cocktail Recipe
The Martinez Cocktail is a classic gin cocktail, thought to be the precursor to the martini, but resting somewhere between a Manhattan and a Martini. Its a boozy, complex addition to your happy hour.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces gin I recommend a higher proof gin.
- 1 ounce Sweet Vermouth
- 1/2 ounce Maraschino Liquor I use Luxardo Maraschino Liquor.
- 1 Twist Lemon or Satsuma Peel for Garnish
- 2 Dashes Bitters I use Angostura bitters.
Instructions
- In a large shaker, add ice cubes.
- First add gin, then vermouth, then maraschino liquor.
- Add dash of bitters.
- Stir until you feel the chill spreading up the shaker towards the top.
- Strain into a cocktail glass, twist the peel over the drink, and serve.