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Irish Martini Cocktail

Irish Martini Cocktail

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The Irish Martini is a simple version of the Martini. The ingredient that makes it Irish and perfect for St. Patrick's Day parties is Irish whiskey and in this case that small amount makes a big difference, adding substance, color and flavor to the profile of its far more popular predecessor. For a Scotch version, try out the Smoky Martini.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1/2 oz dry vermouth
  • 1/2 oz Irish whiskey
  • lemon twist for garnish

Preparation:

  1. Pour the Irish whiskey into a chilled cocktail glass.
  2. Swirl around the glass in order to coat the inside.
  3. Drain the excess whiskey.
  4. Pour the vodka and dry vermouth into a cocktail shaker half-filled with cracked ice.
  5. Shake well.
  6. Strain into the cocktail glass.
  7. Garnish with the lemon twist.

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