Martini

The Martini is the ultimate classic gin cocktail — elegant, crisp, and timeless. With Humdinger Dry Gin, it delivers a smooth balance of botanicals and a refined finish that has made the Martini a cocktail icon for more than a century.

Flavour Profile

Smooth, clean, and botanically rich. The vermouth adds subtle herbal notes that balance the bold juniper of the gin, while the olive garnish brings a savoury finish.

A Little History

The Martini has been celebrated since the late 19th century as one of the most iconic gin cocktails. Beloved by bartenders and film characters alike, its refined simplicity is what keeps it at the heart of cocktail culture today.

Variations

• Dry Martini: Use less vermouth for a stronger, more gin-forward flavour.
• Wet Martini: Increase the vermouth for a softer, aromatic style.
• Dirty Martini: Add a splash of olive brine for a savoury, salty edge.
• Lemon Twist Martini: Swap the olive for a lemon twist to brighten with citrus aroma.
• 50/50 Martini: Equal parts gin and vermouth for a lower-alcohol, silky alternative.

Serving Tip

Always serve very cold. For a sharper finish, reduce vermouth; for more roundness, increase it. Try expressing lemon peel over the glass for a fragrant edge.

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