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Martinez Cocktail

Also known as Martinez 2

The Martinez Cocktail is a strong gin spirit-forward cocktail, herbal and bitter on the palate. Stirred and served in a cocktail glass. Also known as the Martinez 2.

Flavor profile

Tart
35 out of 100
Fruity
16 out of 100
Bitter
36 out of 100
Herbal
87 out of 100
Boozy
81 out of 100

How to make a Martinez Cocktail

To make a Martinez Cocktail, stir with ice and strain into a cocktail glass: 1 oz gin, 1 oz dry vermouth, 1 dash Triple sec and 1 dash Orange bitters. Garnish with cherry.

You'll need

1 drink

Instructions

  1. 1

    Chill a cocktail glass: fill it with ice and water while you mix, then tip it out.

  2. 2

    Pour gin, dry vermouth, triple sec and orange bitters into a mixing glass (any sturdy glass works).

  3. 3

    Fill it with ice.

  4. 4

    Stir for 20-30 seconds, until the outside is cold to the touch.

  5. 5

    Strain into the chilled cocktail glass.

  6. 6

    Garnish with a cherry.

Why stir? Gin, dry vermouth and triple sec are clear, so a gentle stir over ice chills and dilutes them without clouding the drink.

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Martinez Cocktail questions

What does a Martinez Cocktail taste like?

Mostly herbal and bitter, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a strong drink at about 24% ABV once mixed.

How strong is a Martinez Cocktail?

About 24% ABV after mixing with ice, stronger than wine, lighter than a neat spirit.

Is a Martinez 2 the same as a Martinez Cocktail?

Yes. Martinez 2 is another name for the Martinez Cocktail; the recipe on this page covers both.

What's the difference between a Martinez Cocktail and a Tuxedo Cocktail?

Both use gin, dry vermouth and Orange bitters. The Martinez Cocktail adds Triple sec, while the Tuxedo Cocktail uses Maraschino liqueur and Anis.

Should a Martinez Cocktail be shaken or stirred?

Stirred. Gin, dry vermouth and triple sec are clear, so stirring chills it while keeping it silky; shaking would cloud it with tiny bubbles.

What can I use instead of triple sec?

Cointreau or Grand Marnier will work.