A subtle but effective variation on the classic martini. First of all, you have to infuse the gin or vodka with the rosemary. Take fresh rosemary and strip off the leaves. Discard the woody stalks. Wash the leaves. In terms of proportions, use roughly a handful of leaves for the amount of gin/vodka needed to make two martinis. Chop them up and add them to … Continue reading Rosemary Martini
Continuing my love of tea, I made some Earl Grey martinis for my family. Earl Grey has a citrus taste which compliments the gin very nicely. It’s very easy to do, slightly zesty, refreshing and not as strong as a classic martini. Make some earl grey tea. You will need approximately a third of a cup for one martini. Squeeze some lemon juice to add … Continue reading Earl Grey martini
What kind of martini should you serve before a curry? This one. Indian summer? No, just a British one. As much as I love a classic gin martini, sometimes it can leave your mouth just a little too raw before you eat a fiery dish, so I started to contemplate an alternative, something with less alcohol but more flavour to compliment the curry. Of course, … Continue reading The Raitini (cucumber raita martini)
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