Martinez
The boozy gin-and-sweet-vermouth ancestor of the Martini, lifted by maraschino and a dash of bitters; all-spirit and shelf-stable, it batches and stirs beautifully for service.
Ingredients
| Old Tom gin | 1.5 oz |
| Sweet vermouth | 1.5 oz |
| Maraschino liqueur | 0.25 oz |
| Angostura bitters | 0.05 oz |
| Total volume | 3.30 oz |
Garnish: Lemon twist
Tip: change “Make” to scale the recipe, or switch units for the metric world.
How to make it
Stirred · Medium · about 3 minutes
- 1
Add the old tom gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur and angostura bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- 2
Stir for 20–30 seconds until well-chilled and properly diluted.
- 3
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- 4
Garnish with lemon twist.
Tools you'll need
Making a batch for a party?
Here's a pre-calculated batch of 12 with 22% dilution water built in. Scale to any number with the batch calculator →
| Ingredient | × 12 | Bottles |
|---|---|---|
| Old Tom gin | 18.0 oz | 1 |
| Sweet vermouth | 18.0 oz | 1 |
| Maraschino liqueur | 3.0 oz | 1 |
| Angostura bitters | 0.6 oz | 1 |
BatchPour tools produce estimates for planning purposes only. Actual dilution, ABV, and ingredient yields vary by technique, ice temperature, and produce. Always taste and adjust. Drink responsibly.
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Martinez FAQ
What's in a Martinez?
A classic Martinez is made with old tom gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, angostura bitters. It's stirred and served in a coupe glass.
What is the ABV of a Martinez?
A classic Martinez is approximately 29.5% ABV — about 1.62 US standard drinks per serving once you account for dilution.
Should I shake or stir a Martinez?
Stir it. The Martinez is spirit-forward with no citrus, so stirring keeps it silky and crystal-clear.
How do I batch Martinezs for a party?
Scale every ingredient by your guest count, then add about 22% dilution water. The BatchPour batch calculator does the math for any number.