5 original martinis to try

The martini is one of the most famous cocktails in the world, but it is also a versatile drink that can be prepared in different ways, such as stirred or shaken, with a twist of lemon or olives, dry or dirty. There are various stories about the origin of this cocktail; however, its recipe first appeared in the cocktail book How to Mix Drinks by Jerry Thomas in 1862, to which many attribute its preparation. It is said that Thomas came up with the idea of mixing gin, vermouth, and a bit of cherry liqueur because a customer heading to Martinez (a Californian city) stopped for a cocktail and asked for an unusual mix. That is how the famous “Martini” was born.Nowadays, the world of martinis is increasingly explored by bartenders and mixologists, and we have an endless array of options available, such as the recipes I share below and others you can find at MarcoBeteta.com: Breakfast Martini: 1 1/2 ounces gin, 1/2 ounces orange liqueur, 3/4 ounces lemon juice, 1 teaspoon orange marmalade, for the finishing touch add 1 slice of lemon as garnish.Gibson Martini: 2 1/2 ounces vodka, 1/2 ounces dry vermouth, add 3 pickled onions on a skewer as garnish.Gulf Coast Martini: 1 3/4 ounces gin, 1/2 ounces coffee liqueur, 1 teaspoon Guinness Essence, 5 drops of saline solution, add 3 coffee beans as garnish.French Martini: 1 1/2 ounces vodka, 1/2 ounces pineapple juice, 3/4 ounces raspberry liqueur, add berries on a skewer as garnish.Gourmetip: Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice, shake and strain when serving.