About this episode
A bonafide West Coast classic — one whose history is pretty agreed upon — the Martinez holds a very important place in cocktail history, as many believe it to be the bridge between the Manhattan and the Martini. But it’s so much more than that, and a drink deserving of a standalone episode. So here we are! Joining us is San Francisco local Nicolas Torres, the bar director of True Laurel. The Martinez is a drink Nico’s made countless times in its classic guise throughout his 15+ year career. It also offered the inspiration for one of the most popular proprietary drinks at True Laurel — one that’s been on the menu since day one. Listen on (or read below) to discover both of those recipes — and don’t forget to like, review and subscribe! Nicolas Torres’ Martinez Recipe Ingredients - 1 ¾ ounces Old Tom gin - ¾ ounce sweet vermouth, ideally French - ¼ ounce (scant) Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur - 1 dash orange bitters - 1 dash Angostura bitters - Garnish: orange twist Directions 1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. 2. Stir until chilled. 3. Strain into a petite coupe glass. 4. Garnish with orange twist. In the Pines, Under the Palms Recipe (simplified) Ingredients - ¾ ounce coconut-washed rye - ¾ ounce St. George Terroir gin - ¾ ounce sweet vermouth - ¼ ounce (scant) Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur - 1 dash Angostura bitters - Garnish: pine tips, Arak Directions 1. Mist a rocks glass with Arak. 2. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. 3. Stir until chilled. 4. Strain into misted rocks glass over one large cube of ice. 4. Garnish with pine tips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.