The Buildout · Episode 115 · December 21, 2023 · 44 min

The Martinez

A bonafide West Coast classic — one whose history is pretty agreed upon — the Martinez holds a very important place in cocktail history, as many believe it to be the bridge between the Manhattan and the Martini. But it’s so much more than that, and a drink deserving of a standalone episode. So here we are! Joining us is San Francisco local Nicolas Torres, the bar director of True Laurel. The Martinez is a drink Nico’s made countless times in its classic guise throughout his 15+ year career. It also offered the inspiration for one of the most popular proprietary drinks at True Laurel — one that’s been on the menu since day one. Listen on (or read below) to discover both of those recipes — and don’t forget to like, review and subscribe!    Nicolas Torres’ Martinez Recipe    Ingredients  - 1 ¾ ounces Old Tom gin  - ¾ ounce sweet vermouth, ideally French  - ¼ ounce (scant) Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur  - 1 dash orange bitters  - 1 dash Angostura bitters  - Garnish: orange twist    Directions   1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice.  2. Stir until chilled.  3. Strain into a petite coupe glass.  4. Garnish with orange twist.    In the Pines, Under the Palms Recipe (simplified)    Ingredients  - ¾ ounce coconut-washed rye  - ¾ ounce St. George Terroir gin  - ¾ ounce sweet vermouth  - ¼ ounce (scant) Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur  - 1 dash Angostura bitters  - Garnish: pine tips, Arak    Directions   1. Mist a rocks glass with Arak. 2. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice.  3. Stir until chilled.  4. Strain into misted rocks glass over one large cube of ice.  4. Garnish with pine tips.      Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.