Martini
Spirit-forward cocktails featuring a base spirit and aromatized wine (vermouth), stirred and strained. The epitome of elegant simplicity.
Formule
Spirit + Vermouth
Ratio classique: 2:1 to 5:1
Histoire
1880s
· United States
Whether descended from the Martinez or invented independently, the Martini became the defining cocktail of the 20th century. Its ratio has dried over the decades from 1:1 to today's 5:1 or drier.
Variations clés
Dry Martini, Dirty Martini, Gibson, Vesper, Reverse Martini
