Some Cocktails Are Just Classy

Martini is an intoxicating cocktail drink cherished by a lot of people all over the world. There are even legends surrounding this drink. It has a rich history and an equally puzzling origin. There have been many myths about the creation of this fascinating drink. But it has stood the test of time and still endured to become an admired drink for mix drink enthusiasts. Even James Bond was enticed by this delicious beverage.

The history of the beloved beverage of the world, the martini is very interesting. It is believed that the drink was created about a hundred years ago in the small California town of Martinez by the local bartender. The drink was named after the town and was later changed to martini. There have been other theories too regarding the origin of the drink. And over time its popularity rose and fell in cycles. But it has managed to survive all these years and is today loved by many all over the world.

There are so many different varieties of martini available today such as the cosmopolitan, the manhattan, vodka martini and the Bacardi martini. The Bacardi martini is quite an intoxicating drink. You can try out a few Bacardi martini recipes at home to impress your guests. It can be made by mixing Bacardi rum with dry vermouth with a green olive as a garnish. The mixed drink is then served into a frosted cocktail glass.

A classic martini is made differently. It is made by mixing two ounces of gin or vodka with dry vermouth. The dryness of the classic martini is characterized by the amount of dry vermouth. Quite contrary to the obvious thought, less amount of vermouth makes the martini drier. A garnish is then added, preferably an olive or a lemon twist. And once poured into the glass you have a classic martini.

There have been many debates concerning the definition of a classic martini. Some believe vodka is to be used while others maintain that gin is to be used. There are so many varieties of martinis today. You can experiment and come up with exciting new flavors and new names for them.

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