Martinez

Martinez
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A classic cocktail with a perfect balance of sweet, bitter, and herbal flavors, the Martinez is often considered a precursor to the modern-day Martini.

Instructions

- Chill a cocktail glass.
- In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz Old Tom gin, 1 oz sweet vermouth, and 1/4 oz maraschino liqueur.
- Add 2 dashes of orange bitters.
- Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or a cherry.

Ingredients


2 oz Old Tom Gin
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
0.25 oz Maraschino liqueur
2 dashes Orange Bitters