Discover the 1887 recipe for the original Martinez cocktail
In short: Before the modern martini, there was the Martinez. This video explores the historic recipe from Jerry Thomas' Bartender's Guide, demonstrating how to prepare this classic Old Tom Gin drink.
The video examines the preparation of the Martinez, a cocktail that serves as a precursor to the modern Martini. Following the instructions from the influential Jerry Thomas' Bartender's Guide, the process involves shaking the ingredients thoroughly rather than stirring. The recipe calls for straining the mixture into a large cocktail glass and garnishing with a quarter slice of lemon, with an optional addition of two dashes of gum syrup for those who prefer a sweeter drink.
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