We get used to drinking the same cocktails over and over. The original classic martini is still a classic, but some days fun martinis better suit the mood. Here we have a little background into how these drinks came about, plus some great recipes to test out with friends or family!
The Evolution of the Martini
A Cocktail known as the Martinez
The true origin of the martini is draped in mystery! The heavy reliance on sweet vermouth in the original Martinez cocktail, plus the sweeter Old Tom Gin would have made this a truly sweet and very red drink. The transformation into what is considered a modern Martini happened gradually.
Where are Cocktails Today?
This legendary drink has progressed significantly since those days. Vodka is substituted for gin and fruit or coffee flavours have entered the mix. Understanding both classic and fun martinis are key to any great bartending course. We outline the basics on gin martinis on Day #3 of our program. This also includes discussing how to make a Gibson martini… and making a martini ‘wet’.
It seems like almost any vodka and juice cocktail can be mixed up as a sipping martini. For those of you interested in only the drinks, check out seven of our favourite recipes outlined below. Note that these recipes are always open to a little modification depending on what your guests are interested in, plus what you might have for fresh ingredients! We’ve kept all these recipes to only two ounces of liquor, but that’s only so you can pace yourself while trying all of them.
