3 Must-Try Recipes to Celebrate Martini Month with Tanqueray Gin
Jun 24, 2024
Why limit the martini to just one day of celebration when it deserves an entire month? Welcome to #MartiniMonth, where we level up this iconic cocktail to new heights with Tanqueray Gin. Whether you’re a connoisseur of the classic dry martini, prefer it with a briny twist, or love a zesty lemon finish, we've got the ultimate recipes to keep your spirits high and your taste buds delighted. Here’s to shaking things up and making every sip sensational!
No. TEN Dry Martini
Elevate your martini game with the sophisticated flavors of Tanqueray No. TEN Gin. This recipe is all about elegance and precision.
How You Make It:
- Add 1.5 oz Tanqueray No. TEN Gin, .75 oz Dry Vermouth, and 2 dashes of Orange Bitters to a mixing glass.
- Stir and strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with an expressed manicured grapefruit twist.
Damn Fancy Cocktail Tip: Stirring keeps Tanqueray No. TEN’s delicate citrus notes intact and controls dilution. Stir over plenty of ice until crispy cold (around 30 seconds), then pour slowly to maintain a velvety mouthfeel.
What You’ll Need:
- Tanqueray No. TEN Gin
- Dry Vermouth
- Orange Bitters
- Martini glass
Dirty Martini
For those who like their martinis with a salty edge, the Dirty Martini with Tanqueray London Dry Gin is a bold and briny delight.
How You Make It:
- Add 2 oz Tanqueray London Dry Gin, .75 oz Olive Brine, and .25 oz Extra Dry Vermouth to a cocktail tin.
- Shake and fine strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with skewered olives.
Damn Fancy Cocktail Tip: Shaking the Tanqueray London Dry Dirty Martini allows for better integration and aeration of the ingredients, ensuring the liquid is ice cold. Shake until the tins are frosty and strain into a chilled martini glass.
What You’ll Need:
- Tanqueray London Dry Gin
- Olive Brine
- Extra Dry Vermouth
- Olives
- Coupe glass
Tanqueray Martini with a Lemon Twist
Add a citrusy zing to your martini with a twist of lemon. This version is crisp, refreshing, and utterly sophisticated.
How You Make It:
- Build 1.5 oz Tanqueray London Dry Gin and 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth in a mixing glass over ice.
- Stir with a bar spoon.
- Strain and serve straight up into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
What You’ll Need:
- Tanqueray London Dry Gin
- Dry Vermouth
- Ice
- Cocktail glass
- Lemon
This Martini Month, let Tanqueray Gin be your guide to mastering the art of martini-making. Whether you’re hosting a sophisticated soirée or enjoying a quiet evening at home, these recipes are designed to impress and delight. So, grab your shaker, chill those glasses, and toast to the legendary martini. Here’s to causing a stir and making every moment extraordinary!