The Martinez marries gin with sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and a dash of orange bitters—it’s a sophisticated and slightly sweet cocktail with a rich, aromatic finish.

Martinez

Ingredients

  • 1.25 oz (37.5 ml) Scofflaw Old Tom Gin
  • 1.25 oz (37.5 ml) sweet vermouth
  • 0.25 oz (7.5 ml) Luxardo Maraschino liqueur
  • 0.25 oz (7.5 ml) orange bitters
  • Lemon peel for garnish

Steps

  1. Start by chilling a coupe glass in the freezer or with ice water.
  2. In a mixing glass, add gin, vermouth, Luxardo Maraschino liqueur, and orange bitters.
  3. Add cubed ice to the mixing glass and stir well for about 30 seconds.
  4. Strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass.
  5. Express the oils of the lemon onto the drink.
  6. Garnish with the remaining lemon peel.

Notes

  • If you do not have Fee Brother’s Orange Bitters, 0.25 oz may be too much for your cocktail. Try a smaller amount.