Join us and Master the Classic Martini!

“… the dry Martini takes years to master. The clear stillness and serenity of the final drink is an expression of the years of skill and experience of the person stirring it, and the proper execution of this cocktail is an exercise in honing the craft of cocktail making.” (Kosmas and Zaric; Speakeasy)

Join our Guest Mixologist, Stephen Cohen, as he walks you through mastering the classic martini!  Be sure to come prepared with the ingredients listed on the recipes below.  Stephen and SMPTE Executive Director, Barbara Lange, will chat about cocktails and take your questions.  Once you have the perfect martini in hand, mix and mingle with fellow attendees!

Recipes:

Classic Martini
3.5 oz London Dry Gin
¾ oz dry Vermouth (we like Boissiere an Italian vermouth. Many bars mix with Dolan.)
Garnish of your choice (lemon twist; olive; pearl onion)
Assemble gin and vermouth in a mixing glass. Add ice to above liquid. Stir for 20 seconds or until chilled to your liking. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass or coupe. Garnish.

Vesper
60 ml London Dry gin
20 ml Vodka
15 ml Bonal or Kina L’Avion d’Or
Lemon peel for garnish
Assemble ingredients in a mixing glass. Add ice to above liquid. Stir for 20 seconds or until chilled to your liking. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass or coupe. Garnish with lemon peel.