Description
This dirty martini has a pleasant saltiness due to the olive juice, which is where the cocktail inherits its name. The brine gives the drink a scummy color. This classic cocktail is best served with olive inside it and a nice martini glass.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ounces vodka (or gin)
- 1/2-1 ounce dry vermouth
- 1/2 ounce olive juice (or olive brine to taste)
- Garnish 1-3 olives
- Ice
Instructions
- Pour the vodka, vermouth, and olive juice in a mixing glass or shaker. Fill with ice.
- Stir well or shake (if you are James Bond).
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass or drink on the rocks.
- Garnish with 1 to 3 olives.
Notes
- Use good quality gin or vodka: A dirty martini relies heavily on the quality of the alcohol used. Choose a good quality gin or vodka to ensure a smooth and flavorful drink.
- Use fresh ingredients: Use fresh vermouth, olive brine, and olives to make your dirty martini. Old or stale ingredients can significantly affect the taste of the drink.
- Adjust the olive brine to your liking: Some people like their dirty martini with a lot of olive brine, while others prefer just a hint. Start with a small amount and add more as needed to find your ideal balance.
- Shake the drink properly: Shaking the drink with ice is crucial to achieving the right temperature and dilution. Shake vigorously for at least 15 seconds to ensure the drink is well mixed and cold.
- Don't overdo the garnish: A few olives are all you need to garnish a dirty martini. Adding too many olives can overpower the drink and make it difficult to drink.
- Experiment with different variations: Don't be afraid to experiment with different variations of the dirty martini to find your perfect mix. Try using different types of olives, adding hot sauce or other spices, or using a different type of alcohol to create a unique twist on the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 0
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0
