MARTINI ITALY RECIPES

Vodka Martinis may be popular, but if you want a true Martini it should be made with gin. Despite vodka's popularity, most cocktail aficionados would agree that the best Martini recipe is a gin Martini recipe. Looking into the history books for the origins of the Martini will reveal a similar story: the earliest recognizable Martini recipes, from Italy and the United States, all call for gin. Favoring vodka over gin isn't the only thing that's changed over time -- early recipes were much heavier on the Vermouth. The Best Martini Ingredients: Need the right gin? See our picks for the best gins for Martinis! Need the right vermouth? See our picks for the best dry vermouth for Martinis! Not a gin drinker? Here's our vodka Martini recipe.

Total Time 5 minutes

Prep Time 5 minutes

Yield 1 Cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 3

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Create the perfect Pornstar Martini with this step-by-step guide. Muddle one slice of pineapple in a shaker. Add Absolut Vanilia, passion fruit pulp from half a passion fruit, vanilla syrup and passion fruit purée. Shake and double strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with 1/2 passion fruit floating. Serve accompanied with a shot of Champagne. Absolut Vanilia, Passion Fruit Purée, Vanilla Syrup, Pineapple, Passion Fruit, Passion Fruit

Total Time 2 minutes

Prep Time 2 minutes

Yield 1 Cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 6

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories