Cocktail recipe

Dirty Martini

Dirty Martini layers Gin with Dry Vermouth and Olive brine for a deeper, aromatic cocktail built for slower sipping.

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Dirty Martini

Description

Olive brine changes the dry gin Martini into a salty, savoury drink, while juniper and dry vermouth still give it a clear backbone. This version uses an orange twist, so the nose is brighter than the briny palate suggests. A good choice when you want your Martini to finish salty and dry.

Ingredients

  • 60 ml Gin
  • 10 ml Dry Vermouth
  • 10 ml Olive brine
  • Ice
  • Orange Twist

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir the drink smoothly with ice before serving. Muddler – Useful for gently pressing herbs, fruit or sugar when building the drink.

Instructions

  1. Add the liquid ingredients to a mixing glass with plenty of ice.
  2. Stir until very cold and lightly diluted.
  3. Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice or served straight up.
  4. Garnish with a clean aromatic finish and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Martini Glass
Martini Glass (Recommended)

A classic V-shaped cocktail glass for iconic served-up drinks.

120–220 ml Stemmed V-shaped bowl.

Best for: Martini, Cosmopolitan, Espresso Martini, Lemon Drop, Appletini.

Garnish: Works well with olives, citrus twists, cocktail onions, or neat rim presentation.

Highball Glass
Highball Glass

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

5 minutes Medium Approx. 24% ABV 0.5 alcohol units 255 kcal Serve without ice
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