Spanish Coastal Martini
A smooth, balanced martini with a subtle coastal twist. Gin meets delicate fino sherry, olive brine, and a touch of olive oil for a cocktail that is savory, slightly bright, and effortlessly elegant.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
INGREDIENTS
2 oz London dry gin
½ oz fino sherry or dry vermouth
½ oz Castelvetrano olive brine
1 barspoon good olive oil
1 dash orange bitters
3 Castelvetrano olives, for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
Add the gin, fino sherry or dry vermouth, olive brine, olive oil, and orange bitters to a mixing glass.
Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir until very cold.
Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Garnish with three Castelvetrano olives or a lemon twist.
Notes from the Bar
GIN CHOICE
We recommend Beefeater gin for this cocktail. Its classic London dry profile gives the drink structure while allowing the savory olive notes and delicate sherry to shine.
OLIVES matter
Castelvetrano olives are our preferred garnish because of their buttery texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor. They create a smoother finish in the drink. If you prefer a brinier martini, feel free to use your favorite olive instead.
SHERRY VS VERMOUTH
A traditional Spanish-style martini would typically use fino sherry. It brings a light, slightly nutty character that pairs beautifully with the olive brine. If you cannot find fino sherry, dry vermouth works well as a substitute. We often use Dolin Dry Vermouth.
GARNISH options
Three olives make a beautiful presentation, but a lemon twist is also a lovely option if you prefer a brighter finish.
STIR & strain
This cocktail is stirred, not shaken, to maintain a silky, crystal-clear texture. Be sure to pour thoruhg a find strain to help smooth out the olive oil.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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