Variation of the Manhattan said to have inspired early iterations of the Martini. It’s possible that legendary bartender Jerry Thomas may have invented the cocktail for a customer traveling to the port city of Martinez, California.
Ingredients
1 1/2 ounces gin
1 1/2 ounces sweet vermouth
1/4 ounce Luxardo maraschino liqueur
2 dashes Angostura bitters
Garnish: orange twist
Ingredients
Mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Garnish with an orange twist.