Martinez

SERVINGS: Makes 1 Drink

Most cocktail historians agree that the auburn-colored Martinez, made with sweet vermouth and slightly sweet Old Tom gin, was the precursor to the dry gin martini.

Glassware Guide

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Ice
1 1/2 ounces Old Tom gin, preferably Ransom
3/4 ounce sweet vermouth
1 teaspoon maraschino liqueur
Dash of Angostura bitters
Dash of orange bitters
1 lemon twist, for garnish

Fill a pint glass with ice. Add all of the remaining ingredients except the garnish and stir well. Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with the lemon twist.

Martinez

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