Martini Don Ernesto Recipe

Inspired by Del Bono

Time15m

Serves1

Make Martini Don Ernesto Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Chill glass
Place a martini glass (coupe or nick & nora) in the freezer for 5–10 minutes or fill it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail.
2
Optional absinthe rinse
If using an absinthe rinse (for an herby aromatic lift as in some classic Don Ernesto interpretations), pour 1/4 tsp absinthe into the chilled glass, swirl to coat the inside, then discard the excess. Set glass aside to dry briefly.
3
Combine spirits and bitters
Fill a mixing glass or cocktail shaker with plenty of ice. Add 2.5 oz gin, 0.5 oz dry vermouth and 2 dashes orange bitters.
4
Stir to chill and dilute
Using a long-handled bar spoon, stir the mixture briskly for 20–30 seconds (about 15–20 full turns) until the outside of the mixing glass feels very cold and a small amount of dilution has occurred.
5
Strain
Discard the ice or water from the chilled martini glass if you used it to chill. Double-strain or fine-strain the stirred martini into the chilled glass using a julep strainer and a fine mesh strainer if available to catch any shards.

6
Express the oils from one lemon peel over the surface of the martini by holding the peel over the glass and giving it a quick snap so the oils spray onto the drink, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it in. Alternatively, garnish with one large green olive on a pick. Serve immediately.