Martinez

5.0 (1)

Some brainsick theories suggest that this was the archetypal martini, but it was much astir apt a variation. In reality, each martinis are a saltation connected the Manhattan.

Regardless, the Martinez is simply a precise tasty drink, though surely for a sweeter tooth. Derek Brown serves an particularly bully 1 astatine the Gibson, mixing adjacent parts Old Tom Gin and high-quality Carpano Antica Formula saccharine vermouth. He besides adds a fewer dashes of orangish bitters and an orangish peel twist.

There are different recipes that telephone for aromatic bitters (Angostura oregon Fee Brothers Old Fashion), a citrus peel twist and a ratio of 2 parts vermouth to 1 portion gin. Spirits columnist Jason Wilson enjoys adjacent parts gin and vermouth with bitters and a twist.

Whatever saltation you choose, beryllium definite to usage Old Tom Gin, a sweetened gin that has undergone a caller revival aft a period of obscurity. It is disposable astatine Ace Beverage successful Northwest Washington.

Adapted from a look printed connected bottles of Hayman's Old Tom Gin.

Ingredients

Nutritional Facts

Per serving

• Calories

  149

• Carbohydrates

  2 g

• Sugar

  2 g

This investigation is an estimation based connected disposable ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s oregon nutritionist’s advice.

Adapted from a look printed connected bottles of Hayman's Old Tom Gin.

Tested by Michael Taylor.

Published March 12, 2026