Do you like it shaken, dirty, dry, dirty, or not stirred? On National Martini Day that is the question, we are all asking, a unique occasion to appreciate your favorite version of the classic martini cocktail. Originally the martini was called “The Martinez,” it was named after the California Gold Rush for the town of Martinez, where the Martini was invented. Early martinis were made with gin, wine, and an olive. But since many exciting flavors have expanded. On June 19 take a moment to unwind after your long day while sipping on a new type of martini and start feeling like the international spy of mystery.
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Timeline of National Martini Day
1880s (First Published) – In the “Bartender’s Manual” a recipe for the sweet drink was first published.
1882 (The Manhattan) – The martini began with the Manhattan, which blends spirits and vermouth.
1951 (Vodka Martini) – In a cocktail recipe book titled “Bottoms Up” the vodka martini is first referred to.
1960s (Three-Martini Lunch) – The three-martini lunch became common practice for businessmen and cosmopolitan executives.
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Activities on National Martini Day
Try making a martini (for the first time) at home – If you haven’t made yourself a martini at home ever try one of our recipes to test out the classic martini. If you already are a cocktail master, take today to try out a new one you have never tasted. Cranberry martini, espresso martini, gin martini, lemon martini, grapefruit martini: the possibilities are unending.
Go out for a martini at a bar – Invite your friends to join you for an after-work meet-up. Try to find a cocktail bar with a piano and a lounge singer, because it is always better to drink a martini in a suitable lounge setting.
Buy yourself or a friend a gift related to a martini – To start your mixology adventure, buy cocktail ingredients and bring them over to a friend’s house. The fact is that the enjoyment of drinking cocktails is actually about the company you keep.
Why We Love National Martini Day
Martinis highlight the flavor of gin – You might have some trouble loving a martini if you are not a gin fan, but if you do enjoy gin, the martini is the basic drink to highlight the taste of juniper berries and complement it with interesting and new flavors like grapefruit or even espresso.
Martinis are easy to make – To make a perfect martini you only require eight things on hand: a martini glass, ice, a shot glass, a shaker, a strainer, gin, vermouth, and a garnish. It is very simple and you can make them at home on National Martini Day.
Martinis are fun – When you drink martinis, all sorts of images arise such as James bond spies, high-class ladies, and adventure. You can take advantage of this and throw a martini party or outing themed especially toward the fun that automatically comes when you order a Martini.
