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The Botanist: 50:50 Martini
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50:50 Martini
The 50:50 Martini is a great way to enjoy a classic Martini experience but with a slightly lower ABV content. It is a less intense flavour but still allows the aromatics of the vermouth to play perfectly with the balanced botanical notes of The Botanist.
Ingredients
- 45ml/1.5oz The Botanist Islay Dry Gin
- 45ml/1.5oz Dry vermouth (chilled from the fridge)
- Classic garnish: Lemon peel twist
- Alternative garnish: Lemon balm
Method
- Chill a Nick and Nora glass by filling it with ice
- Fill a mixing glass with 2/3 good-quality ice
- Add all the ingredients and stir continuously for at least 30 seconds to allow the ingredients to chill and dilute slightly
- Empty the ice out of the glass
- Strain into your chilled glass
- Garnish with a lemon twist or lemon balm
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