Not quite a Martinez but sweeter than a standard Martini, the Perfect Martini is made with equal parts sweet and dry vermouth. It’s not only easy drinking but also slightly less boozy than the original, making it a great gateway Martini. Of course, it’s equally suitable for the seasoned cocktailian.
The Essentials
gin
sweet vermouth
dry vermouth
Bar Spoon
Gin
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Dry
•
Easy
Gibson
When is a Martini not a Martini? When it’s garnished with an onion. Then it’s a Gibson, one of the rare times in the cocktail kingdom where the garnish calls the shots. The difference might seem trifling at first glance, but a sip reveals the Gibson’s flavor profile markedly differs from its famous forebear. As Washington Post food c...