Filthy Martini Olive Brine (Printer View)

Enjoy a sharp, savory martini with gin or vodka, dry vermouth, and plenty of olive brine for extra flavor.

# What you'll need:

→ Spirits

01 - 2 oz gin or vodka

→ Mixers

02 - 0.5 oz dry vermouth
03 - 0.5–0.85 oz olive brine, to taste

→ Garnish

04 - 2–3 large green olives, pitted

# Method:

01 - Fill a mixing glass completely with ice cubes.
02 - Pour gin or vodka, dry vermouth, and olive brine over the ice in the mixing glass.
03 - Stir briskly with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to fully chill and lightly dilute the mixture.
04 - Strain the cocktail into a thoroughly chilled martini glass.
05 - Skewer the green olives on a cocktail pick and place them in the glass for garnish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple ingredients you probably already have on hand
  • Ready in just five minutes from start to finish
  • Easily adjustable to your salt and brine preference
  • Perfect for vegan and gluten-free guests
02 -
  • Very high in flavor but low in carbs and calories
  • Gluten-free malt-free and vegan as long as you pick the right gin or vodka
  • Customizable brine amount lets you control the saltiness
03 -
  • Always taste your brine before mixing quality varies by brand and can make or break your cocktail
  • Let your martini glass freeze as long as possible The colder the glass the slower your drink will warm up
  • If you want a perfectly clear martini avoid shaking and always strain slowly
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