The Martinez is a gin-based cocktail combining dry vermouth, triple sec, and orange bitters into a balanced, citrus-forward drink. It's a sophisticated aperitif known for its smooth, herbaceous profile.
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Stir with ice and strain into cocktail glass.
Serve with a cherry.
Cocktails are best served fresh; prepare just before drinking. Pre-batch the dry ingredients in a bottle if making multiple servings, then stir with ice and serve individually.
mixing glass · bar spoon · jigger or measuring spoon · cocktail strainer · coupe or martini glass
A Martinez uses equal parts gin and dry vermouth with triple sec and orange bitters, while a Martini typically uses gin and dry vermouth in a 5:1 or higher ratio with no liqueur or bitters.
Stir the Martinez in a mixing glass with ice for 30 seconds, then strain into a coupe or cocktail glass. Stirring preserves the spirit-forward character.
Yes, Cointreau or Curaçao work as direct replacements; use the same 1/4 teaspoon measure for balanced citrus notes.
Serve in a coupe, martini, or nick-and-nora glass, chilled. Pre-chill the glass with ice water while you prepare the drink.
It's traditionally an aperitif, served before a meal to stimulate appetite, due to its dry, herbal profile and lighter alcohol content than many cocktails.
