Classic Dirty Martini
A smooth and salty twist on the traditional martini that is perfect for starting your evening.
recipesbynani.comI never used to be a fan of martinis until I tried a dirty one. The splash of olive brine takes the harsh edge off the gin and adds a lovely savory note that makes it so much smoother to sip.
This recipe follows a classic five to one to one ratio of gin, vermouth, and brine. It is the perfect balance for anyone who wants a sophisticated drink that feels just as good as something you would get at your favorite local bar.
🧺 Ingredients
- 75ml London Dry gin
- 15ml dry vermouth
- 15ml olive brine
- 1 to 2 green olives for garnish
- Ice cubes
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Place your martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes to chill it before you start.
- 2
Fill a mixing glass or small pitcher with plenty of ice.
- 3
Pour the gin, dry vermouth, and olive brine over the ice.
- 4
Stir the mixture vigorously for about 30 seconds to chill it properly without adding too much water.
- 5
Strain the drink into your chilled martini glass.
- 6
Garnish with a skewer of green olives and serve immediately.
💡 Tips
To keep your drink perfectly chilled, keep your martini glasses in the freezer ahead of time. If you want a fun twist, try stuffing your olives with blue cheese or even swapping the olive brine for a splash of spicy pickled jalapeño juice.
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