Silky Citrus Martini

Upgrade your martini game with the Silky Citrus Martini - a modern twist on the classic dirty martini. This recipe replaces olive brine with an olive oil wash, resulting in a velvety smooth texture and a refreshing citrus kick. The combination of citrus-and-olive oil washed spirit, Mata Bianco vermouth, and Dolin Dry vermouth creates a sophisticated and luxurious cocktail experience. Garnish with a lemon peel and an olive for the perfect finishing touch.

Silky Citrus Martini

A modern twist on the classic dirty martini, the Silky Citrus Martini features a velvety smooth texture and a refreshing citrus kick, making it a sophisticated and luxurious cocktail experience.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz gin or vodka
  • 1/2 oz olive oil
  • Peels from 1 orange
  • Peels from 1/2 lemon
  • 1/2 oz citrus-and-olive oil washed spirit
  • 1/4 oz Mata Bianco vermouth
  • 1/4 oz Dolin Dry vermouth
  • 2 dashes orange bitters
  • Garnish: lemon peel and olive

Instructions

  1. Combine gin or vodka, olive oil, orange peels, lemon peels, citrus-and-olive oil washed spirit, Mata Bianco vermouth, Dolin Dry vermouth, and orange bitters in a quart container.
  2. Stir or shake well to incorporate the olive oil into the spirit.
  3. Allow the mixture to infuse overnight in the refrigerator or freezer.
  4. Once the olive oil solidifies, strain the infused liquor off the fat cap and citrus peels into a new container.
  5. In a shaker tin, combine the infused liquor with ice and stir well.
  6. Strain the mixture into a coupe glass.
  7. Garnish with a lemon peel and an olive.