Hamlets Martini
Elevate your cocktail game with Hamlet's Martini, a timeless and sophisticated take on the classic martini recipe. This elegant drink combines the crisp, botanical notes of dry gin with the subtle sweetness of dry vermouth, rounded out by a delicate dash of orange bitters for a nuanced flavor profile. Perfectly chilled over ice and garnished with a fragrant twist of lemon peel, this cocktail is as theatrical and refined as its Shakespearean namesake. Ready in just 5 minutes, Hamlet's Martini is the ultimate choice for a solo indulgence or as a statement drink at your next gathering. Whether you're hosting a soirée or seeking a moment of self-care with a perfectly crafted drink, this recipe delivers unmatched simplicity and flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 ounces Dry gin
- 0.5 ounces Dry vermouth
- 1 dash Orange bitters
- 1 piece Lemon peel
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Instructions
1. Chill a martini glass by placing it in the freezer for 5 minutes or filling it with ice water while you prepare the drink.
2. In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, add the dry gin, dry vermouth, and a dash of orange bitters.
3. Fill the mixing glass with 1 cup of ice cubes to ensure the cocktail is properly chilled.
4. Stir the mixture with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds, ensuring the ingredients are well combined and cold.
5. Remove the martini glass from the freezer or discard the ice water and pat dry.
6. Strain the martini mixture into the chilled glass using a cocktail strainer to ensure a crystal-clear pour.
7. Garnish with a piece of lemon peel by twisting it over the drink to release its oils, then place it gently into the martini or on the rim of the glass.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Hamlet's Martini with an air of dramatic refinement.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 19 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
