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Nutcracker Martini | The Botanist | Taste and Tipple

Nutcracker Martini

The Botanist Islay Dry Gin steals the show in this martini that approaches a 50/50 balance of gin and fortified wines – making it more approachable for those who usually shy away from stiff drinks. 

Course Drinks
Cuisine British
Keyword Amontillado Sherry, Gin, Gin Martini, Lillet Blanc, Sherry, The Botanist
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1
Author Yvonne Langen

Ingredients

  • 1½ oz The Botanist Islay Dry Gin
  • ¾ oz amontillado sherry
  • ½ oz Lillet Blanc
  • 2 dashes orange bitters
  • Garnish: lemon twist

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass and stir over ice until well-chilled.
  2. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  3. Express citrus oils from lemon peel onto the surface of the drink. Fashion into a twist and drop into the glass.