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Jun 27, 2023 · Here Tucci shares his ideal recipe that can be made into a gin martini or a vodka martini—there’s a time and place for both. Both are extra-dry martinis with just a whiff of vermouth...
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For years, vodka was the default spirit for a Martini, and bartenders wouldn’t even think to ask for an alternative. Recently, gin has become the more popular choice, especially among younger drinkers –– at Bemelmans, you can choose from 18 different bottles, sourced from Japan, Spain, England, and beyond. Caballero’s go-tos for each? Beefeater, wh...
At Bemelmans, you can expect a sidecar –– those miniature carafesrested in a small bowl of ice –– alongside your Martini. Caballero explains that the key purpose is to ensure every sip of your Martini is as cold as possible, but there’s also the added element of visual appeal, and, well, the excitement of having more of your drink.
“We go through a lot of brine,” says Caballero laughing, “so it doesn’t make sense to just keep buying bottles of olives.” Instead, the team at Bemelmans relies on pre-packaged olive brine from Filthy, which offers a clean, nutty flavor without overshadowing the gin.
Once you’ve pinned down your guest’s spirit of choice, it’s important to ask about style. Terms like “bone dry”, “dirty”, or “wet” can be a little confusing, and the exact ratios that constitute each can shift from bar to bar. At Bemelmans, 60% of Martini orders are made dirty, but guests also come in to order the classic cocktail extra-dry, wet, o...
Learn the difference between a dry and an extra-dry Martini, and how to make them at home with tips from a bartender at Bemelmans Bar in NYC. Find out the best gins, vermouths, and brines for each style, and how to serve them with olives or lemon twist.
Mar 5, 2024 · An extra dry martini is a classic cocktail made with gin and a small amount of dry vermouth. It is typically garnished with a twist of lemon or an olive. The “extra dry” designation indicates that the cocktail contains even less vermouth than a standard dry martini.
Apr 19, 2024 · This simple 5:1 dry martini recipe makes a beautiful, sophisticated cocktail with 5 parts gin to 1 part dry vermouth. It’s as easy to make as it is to drink.
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May 11, 2021 · Let your inner secret agent come out to play with this sophisticated classic that’s two ingredients, one garnish, and all you. ...more.
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The Dry Martini (Extra dry) Cocktail. Classically a self-preferred balance of Luxury Gin and Dry Vermouth. We’ve used a 6:1 ratio. The less Vermouth you use, the ‘dryer’ the Martini gets. Garnish choice makes a huge difference, lemon zest gives a citrus dryness, and an olive’s brine giving a savory twist. Bartender Tip:
Feb 29, 2024 · Learn how to make a dry martini with only 1½ oz gin and 1 drop dry vermouth. This cocktail is perfect for gin lovers who prefer a strong and herbal flavor.
