Olive Oil Martini

Name: Olive Oil Martini With Castelvetrano Olives
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 Castelvetrano olives; 1/2 oz olive brine; 1/2 oz dry vermouth; 2.5 oz vodka; ice, for stirring; 1/4 tsp extra virgin olive oil; freshly cracked black pepper, for garnish; 3 Castelvetrano olives, for garnish

This olive oil martini elevates the classic dirty martini by muddling creamy Castelvetrano olives and incorporating a float of high-quality extra virgin olive oil for a rich, herbaceous finish.

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Total

5 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$17–$28

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Ingredients

3 Castelvetrano olives
1/2 oz olive brine
1/2 oz dry vermouth
2.5 oz vodka
ice, for stirring
1/4 tsp extra virgin olive oil
freshly cracked black pepper, for garnishoptional
3 Castelvetrano olives, for garnishoptional

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Instructions

1
In a mixing glass, add 3 Castelvetrano olives, olive brine, dry vermouth, and vodka.
2
Gently muddle the olives in the bottom of the glass to release their flavor and infuse the spirits.
3
Fill the mixing glass with ice.
4
Stir with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds until well-chilled.
5
Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
6
Gently drizzle a few drops of high-quality extra virgin olive oil over the surface of the drink.
7
Add a crack of fresh black pepper and garnish with three olives on a cocktail pick.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Muddle the olives gently—bruise them just enough to release oils without crushing the pit into bitter fragments.
Stir the martini for 15–20 seconds with ice to chill and dilute slightly; under-stirring leaves it warm, over-stirring waters it down.
Use extra virgin olive oil with a clean, fruity profile; peppery or smoky oils can overwhelm the drink's balance.
Float the oil by pouring it slowly over the back of a bar spoon so it sits on top rather than sinking into the cocktail.

Substitutions

Vodka → Gin (adds botanical complexity; adjust to 2 oz if using a bold gin)
Dry vermouth → Blanc vermouth (adds slight sweetness; use same measure)
Castelvetrano olives → Green Manzanilla olives (higher brine content; use same quantity)

Storage & make-ahead

Cocktails are best consumed immediately. If pre-mixing, store the stirred base in an ice-filled shaker in the freezer for up to 2 hours; add oil and garnish only upon serving.

Equipment

cocktail shaker or mixing glass · bar spoon · jigger or measuring cup · muddler

Common Questions

What are Castelvetrano olives and why use them in this martini?

Castelvetrano olives are buttery, mild Italian olives with subtle sweetness. They muddle smoothly without bitterness, making them ideal for this cocktail's savory profile.

Can I use a different type of olive?

Yes, but results vary. Green Manzanilla olives work as a substitute, though they're more briny. Avoid dark olives, which can taste metallic when muddled.