What's the difference between a Dry Martini and a Dirty Martini? An olive!!
In 1901, John O'Connor, a New York Bartender, added a splash of olive brine along with the olive garish and voila' - the Dirty Martini.
Only one question remains when it comes to the Dirty Martini - do you prefer your's shaken or stirred? ⑅ ........ (one for the James Bond fans.....)
INGREDIENTS
- 2 1/2 ounces Hendricks Gin
- 1/2 ounce Carpano Dry Vermouth
- 1/2 ounce Filthy Olive Brine
- 2 Filthy Pimento Olives
STEPS
- Add the gin, vermouth and olive brine to a mixing glass filled with ice and stir until well-chilled.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a skewer of olives.