Pair gin with vermouth and you get botanicals on top of botanicals. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, but bring sherry into the mix and you’ll find something both more smooth and electrifying, with hints of marcona almonds and a wonderful savory bite.
Makes 1 martini
INGREDIENTS
- 2 ounces gin
- 1 ounce fino or manzanilla sherry
- Small strip of Spanish ham or lemon twist, for garnish
DIRECTIONS
- Combine gin and sherry in a mixing glass and fill with ice. Stir well until chilled, and then strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with ham or lemon twist, if using. Serve.
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