Dirty Martini: The Casual Adventurer's Cocktail

 I have not tasted a dirty martini ever. Today in the Washington Post I came across this article that made me very interested. Now I have to find pasta water! Sure, here is a summary of the article:

The article discusses the history and popularity of the Dirty Martini, a cocktail made with gin or vodka and olive juice. The article also provides several recipes for making Dirty Martinis at home.

The Dirty Martini is a classic cocktail that is thought to have originated in the early 20th century. The original recipe called for gin or vodka, olive juice, and a twist of lemon. However, the cocktail has evolved over time and there are now many variations. Some popular variations include the Gibson, which uses a pickled onion instead of an olive, and the Vesper, which uses gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc.

The Dirty Martini is a popular cocktail because it is simple to make and it has a strong, yet balanced flavor. It is also a versatile cocktail that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal.

Here are some recipes for making Dirty Martinis at home:

* Classic Dirty Martini:

    * 2 ounces gin or vodka

    * 1/2 ounce olive juice

    * 1/4 ounce lemon juice

    * Olive for garnish

* Gibson:

    * 2 ounces gin or vodka

    * 1/2 ounce olive juice

    * 1/4 ounce pickled onion juice

    * Olive for garnish

* Vesper:

    * 2 ounces gin

    * 1 ounce vodka

    * 1/2 ounce Lillet Blanc

    * Lemon twist for garnish

* Dirty Martini with a Twist:

    * 2 ounces gin or vodka

    * 1/2 ounce olive juice

    * 1/4 ounce lemon juice

    * Twist of lemon for garnish

* Dirty Martini with a Splash:

    * 2 ounces gin or vodka

    * 1/2 ounce olive juice

    * 1/4 ounce lemon juice

    * Splash of vermouth

    * Olive for garnish