The incredible popularity of martinis no longer surprises anyone, but in Russia there are still not so many people who understand the culture of drinking vermouth. Next, I will tell you how to drink a martini in order to enjoy its taste as much as possible. There are several nuances that every connoisseur of this alcohol should know.
1. Mood. Without a positive inner mood for the holiday, martini will not bring pleasure, such is its specificity. You need the company of good friends or a loved one. Vermouths are ideal for romantic dates and youth parties.
2. Glasses. Martinis are drunk from special glasses that have the shape of a cone with a long stem. If they are not at hand, you can take the usual rectangular low glasses. The main thing is not to pour vermouth into piles and glasses intended for strong alcohol, this is considered bad manners.
3. Temperature. Martini is best served chilled to 10-15°C, it is at this temperature that its taste is revealed and a light aroma appears. Instead of chilling the entire bottle, you can add a few ice cubes to a glass with poured vermouth. Both options are acceptable.
4. Temp. Martini is right to drink in small sips without haste, savoring the drink. Some of its connoisseurs (especially women) use a straw, but it is more suitable for cocktails, in its pure form it is better to do without a straw.
5. Breakfast. Due to the low strength, this is an optional attribute, but if desired, martinis are eaten with olives, lemon slices, fresh fruits, berries, and even an onion. The choice of a particular dish depends on the type of martini.
For example, Bianco (Bianco) goes well with olives strung on a toothpick, or a slice of lemon. You can put a few ice cubes or pieces of fruit (kiwi, pineapple, cherries, strawberries) in a glass. Bianco is also diluted with soda or tonic in a one-to-one ratio.
Red martini Rosso (Rosso) mixed with orange or cherry juice. After adding juice, its bittersweet taste becomes softer and fresher. Proportions: two parts martini Rosso take one part juice.
For fans of non-standard solutions, I suggest adding one slice of onion to a Bianco martini glass and let stand for several minutes. Not everyone likes this combination, but those who liked it no longer know how to drink a martini without onions.
In addition to pure vermouth, I advise you to try cocktails based on it. One of the most popular is the vodka martini. This cocktail is advertised by the cinema, James Bond himself drank it. Another classic recipe is presented in the video.
