Martinis. Stirred, shaken or on the rocks.

Bunti · 02-04-2007, 02:53 AM

Last night I had a Bombay Martini up, dry with an olive. It was lovely. I had forgotten just how delicious a real martini is.

Haven't had any of the new drinks they are calling martinis, although they sound good.

Does anyone know why they are considered martinis???
I tended bar for many years, but not the last 12. When did the designer and flavored martinis evolve?? Enquiring minds want to know, lol.

**Rosie** · 02-07-2007, 07:15 AM

I'm not sure but the Cosmopolitan became a fave of the "in" crowds in NY & Hollywood at some point & it escalated from there I believe with all the flavors. I am not a huge martini fan but enjoy them on a cruise now & then!

buceriasdon · 02-07-2007, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Bunti

Last night I had a Bombay Martini up, dry with an olive. It was lovely. I had forgotten just how delicious a real martini is.

Haven't had any of the new drinks they are calling martinis, although they sound good.

Does anyone know why they are considered martinis???
I tended bar for many years, but not the last 12. When did the designer and flavored martinis evolve?? Enquiring minds want to know, lol.

I did a little online research and came away not really feeling I had found an answer but it was interesting reading. Yes, Bombay is a great gin. Very expensive here. Sadly so is vermouth. I know it doesn`t take much in a martini, but wow, it`s very pricey here in Mexico. There is a bar here makes a tequila martini. Tried one once. I guess it`s one of those aquired taste things.................I didn`t order another. I do love gimlets with a good gin. Roses Lime is three times the price here. sigh.........

djgifford · 02-12-2007, 06:48 PM

Did the Cosmopolitan start on the tv show Sex in the City...just curious...

I like the sweet concoctions...although I had a great Martini on a cruise last month...Gin, Cointreau and lemon rubbed on the inside of the glass and on the rim...strong, but yummy!!