Gin · COCKTAIL GUIDE

Martini

Dry, cool and unmistakably spirit-forward, a Martini leaves very little between the drinker and the gin. Herbal and juniper-like aromas matter more than sweetness, while the finish is clean and persistent.

Sweet

APPROX. ABV: 22%
STRENGTH: 4/5
DRINKABILITY: 4/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness4

Bitterness0

Sourness1

Strength4

Body2

Drinkability4

Fruity0

Herbal1

Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

1 2/3 oz Gin

1/3 oz Dry Vermouth

1 Olive

Method: Straight: Pour all ingredients into mixing glass with ice cubes. Stir well. Strain in chilled martini cocktail glass. Squeeze oil from lemon peel onto the drink, or garnish with olive.
Glass: Cocktail glass
Garnish: Classic garnish

Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Cheese

02Charcuterie

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

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