Martini Recipes

The traditional martini recipescall for the use of gin and vermouth or vodka and vermouth. The drink is served in its own martini glass and garnished with either a lime or an olive.

Though the exact origins of the cocktail is unclear, similar drinks began appearing in bar menus around the 19th century. The popularity of this cocktail drink rose during the Prohibition era, thanks largely to the ease in which gin could be illegally manufactured. It is enjoyed by both men and women alike. Despite the uncertain origins, it is largely agreed upon that the cocktail is an American concoction.

The drink continued to gain popularity even after the Prohibition era was over, and has been introduced in various flavors such as apple, expresso, or pomegranate, and the like.

There are many variations to the cocktail. The standard mixture is gin and vermouth or vodka and vermouth, however the combinations are endless. In fact, you can make this drink using almost any distilled liquids such as sake, tequila, brandy, bourbon, etc.

Concoctions
Apple-tini Recipe - Kick back with a sweet and tangy apple-licious concoction that's good for any occasion!

Candycane-tini Recipe - Perfect for a desert cocktail followed after a meal or a stand-alone, sweet drink that'll satisfy the sweet tooth in you!

Chocolate-tini Recipe - Great choice for chocolate-lovers.

Dirty Martini Recipe - Learn how to make the traditional, dirty version.

Espresso-tini Recipe - Perfect blending alcohol and caffeine into a smooth-flavored drink that pairs well with chocolatey deserts.