Martinez cocktail

Dating back to at least the mid 1880’s, the Martinez cocktail inspired a range of cocktails including the Martini and Dry Martini.

If you’ve never tried the Martinez Cocktail, you’re in for a treat. This delicious gin classic is an older version of the Manhattan that inspired the Martini.

A likely ancestor of the classic martini, the Martinez cocktail recipe punctuates lightly sweet “Old Tom” gin with a combination of bittersweet, dark vermouth and fragrant Maraschino liqueur.

A mix between a Manhattan and Martini, this cocktail is actually seen as the precursor to the Martini, originally made with Dutch Jenever, both styles of Vermouth and with the extra touch of maraschino. Bartender Tip: Experiment with different styles of Vermouth and Gin or get some Dutch Genever

This recipe is a classic although it seems no one is quite sure of its origins. Many recipes say to use Old Tom gin, which is a little sweeter than most gins, which I couldn't find in Paris. (Although to be honest, when I need a cocktail, I don't want to spend too much time tracking down a bottle of liquor.) They likely have it at La Maison du Whisky.) So I stuck with the bottle of Beefeater I had on hand, and it worked just fine.

The Martinez cocktail combines gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and bitters into a smooth, sophisticated classic that's easy to love.

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Classic Martinez Cocktail - Imbibe Magazine

The Martinez cocktail is a true classic! A cousin to the Martini and Manhattan, it's sophisticated and classy: perfect for slow sipping.

The Martinez is a classic gin and vermouth cocktail that led to the creation of the martini. It is a delight that uses sweet vermouth and maraschino.