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
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Lithuania’s Femme Fatale and Instant Martini Classic
Whilst casually watching Eurovision 2022, I couldn’t help notice that the overall quality of performances has increased significantly in recent years. However, one performance in particular caught me completely off guard. I can’t stop thinking about Lithuania’s Monika Liu. When introducing her, Graham Norton almost took it upon himself to warn us that this act was going to be “very retro” as if that might … Continue reading Lithuania’s Femme Fatale and Instant Martini Classic
How to make an Old Fashioned Cocktail
This is a slight departure from my normal work, but I’ve got a cold and was craving something less potent and more sweet and fruity than a martini. Enter the Old Fashioned cocktail. Apparently emerging in the early 1800s (it might even have evolved towards the late 1700s), this drink is a lot older than a Martini. It also has a reputation for being … Continue reading How to make an Old Fashioned Cocktail
The Gypsy Martini
A sweeter alternative to the classic martini. This one is very straightforward. You will need gin/vodka, sweet vermouth and a jar of maraschino cherries. The following recipe is for a 150ml glass: Add 3 teaspoons of maraschino cherry liqueur to a chilled martini glass. Add sweet vermouth to taste (between 2tsp and 30ml). Add chilled gin/vodka (between 120-140ml depending on the amount of vermouth … Continue reading The Gypsy Martini
The Martini Socialist 