Originally called the Martinez it was a mix of gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur and orange bitters. But that all changed with the famous words “vodka martini. Shaken not stirred,” by a certain British spy by the name of James Bond and the vodka martini was born.
Today, it is one of the most popular cocktails in the world and there are an infinite number of variations and recipes. Here are a few.
Traditional Martini Recipes
The Ketel One Dry Martini
Ingredients:
– 1.4 oz Ketel One Vodka
– 0.3 oz Dry Vermouth
– Lemon Twist
Method:
– Combine liquid ingredients in a mixing glass
– Shake with ice and fine strain into a chilled coupe glass
– Garnish with a lemon twist
The Ketel One Dirty Martini
Ingredients:
– 1.5 oz Ketel One Vodka
– 1.0 oz Olive Brine
– Green Olives
Method:
– Combine liquid ingredients in a mixing glass
– Shake with ice and serve straight up in a martini glass
– Garnish with a green olive
Less Traditional Martini Recipes
The Pornstar Martini
Ingredients:
– 2.0 oz Ketel One Vodka
– 1.5 Passion Fruit
– 0.5 oz Passion Fruit Syrup
– 1.5oz Champagne and a Passion Fruit
Method:
– Cut the passion fruit and scoop half into the shaker
– Add all ingredients, shake with ice, and fine strain into a chilled coupe glass
– Garnish with half a passion fruit and champagne on the side
The Ketel One Espresso Martini
Ingredients:
– 1.5 oz Ketel One Vodka
– 1.5 oz Espresso Coffee
– 0.3 oz Raw Honey
– Orange Zest
Method:
– Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass
– Shake with ice and fine strain into a chilled coupe glass
– Garnish with orange zest shavings
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