Physalis – my (second) Favourite Martini Fruit
My favourite martini fruit will always be a good quality lemon. Let’s get that out of the way right now. Unless we’re talking about lemons, or the (let’s be honest: somewhat lower deck) world of fruity cocktails, martinis and fruit tend not to mix very often. Sometimes there’s grapefruit, lime or orange peel – the citrus world is certainly compatible as a garnish for gin. … Continue reading Physalis – my (second) Favourite Martini Fruit
A Portuguese Martini
This is a very simple martini variation using Portuguese fortified wine in place of vermouth. It works well with a gin martini but can be even better as part of a vodka martini. Continue reading A Portuguese Martini
A Spicy Martini with Seaweed Hot Sauce
There is something deeply tantalising about the way a spicy martini whets your appetite. I think it goes especially well if the martini is to be followed by seafood, especially shellfish. You can make a spicy martini with all sorts of hot sauces, including Tabasco or Sriracha, but I cannot think of a more perfect hot sauce to use for a pre-seafood aperitif than this … Continue reading A Spicy Martini with Seaweed Hot Sauce
A German Martini – mit Weisswurst
This is a standard martini but in this case served with Bavarian Weisswurst and other traditional German nibbles. Continue reading A German Martini – mit Weisswurst
A Gibson at Dory’s in Margate
A fantastic, well run tapas bar on the sunset-facing waterfront of the Kentish town of Margate. Continue reading A Gibson at Dory’s in Margate
A Swedish Martini with Absolut Vodka
A well-established Swedish vodka with a New York backstory, subtle but effective branding and soft, wheaty agricultural notes. Continue reading A Swedish Martini with Absolut Vodka
A Martini with Wasabi Peas
A (non-scientific) experiment to deduce the quality of locally procured wasabi peas to accompany my martini. Pending academic peer review. Continue reading A Martini with Wasabi Peas
Martinis with Operation Mincemeat
War! Music! Feminism! Glittery Nazis! Social commentary on privilege and wealth inequality! Camp cadaver-merchants! Unexpected hiraeth! And of course… Martinis. Continue reading Martinis with Operation Mincemeat
A Martini with Pepper
A simple martini variation with the addition of freshly ground pepper. It’s fiery, tasty and definitely much better than I expected. Continue reading A Martini with Pepper
A Martini with QVT Gin
A beautiful gin from the southeast of France, with soft herbal and gentle citrus notes that lead to a really lovely martini. Continue reading A Martini with QVT Gin
The Martini Socialist 