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.

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