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A rosemary dirty martini served in a coupe glass, pale and slightly cloudy in color, garnished with green olives and a fresh rosemary sprig against a dark background.

Rosemary Dirty Martini

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A savory, herbaceous take on the classic dirty martini, with fresh rosemary adding aromatic depth to the briny olive notes.

This cocktail is part of our Date Nite collection, made to be sipped while you cook together.​

COCKTAIL RECIPE

Makes 1 cocktail

2 oz vodka or gin
1/2 oz dry vermouth
1/2 oz olive brine, adjust to taste
1 sprig fresh rosemary
Green olives and rosemary sprig, for garnish

Lightly bruise the rosemary sprig to release its oils and add it to a mixing glass with the vodka or gin, dry vermouth, olive brine, and ice. Stir or shake until very well chilled, then strain into a chilled martini glass or coupe. Garnish with olives and a fresh rosemary sprig.

NOTES FROM THE BAR

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Gin or Vodka

Both work beautifully here. Gin adds a more botanical layer that complements the rosemary, while vodka keeps it clean and brine forward.


Rosemary Technique

Gently bruising the rosemary is key. You want to release the aromatics without overpowering the drink.


Brine Balance

Start with ½ ounce of olive brine and adjust to your preference. Some like it lightly savory, others prefer a more pronounced dirty martini.


Stir vs Shake

Stirring will give you a smoother, more classic martini texture, while shaking creates a slightly colder, more diluted version. Both are great depending on your preference.


Garnish Tip

Use Castelvetrano olives for a slightly buttery, less sharp finish that pairs especially well with the rosemary.

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