Benedictine Breeze Martini

Martini & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Benedictine Breeze Martini cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Bénédictine D.O.M. Liqueur, Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth, Angostura Orange Bitters in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

1.50 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.50 fl oz Bénédictine D.O.M. Liqueur or alternative
0.50 fl oz Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth or alternative
1.00 dash Angostura Orange Bitters or alternative

Directions

Chill martini glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass
Add ice to mixing glass
Stir well
Strain into chilled martini glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Benedictine Breeze Martini showcases how a secret French herbal liqueur from 1510 can transform a classic cocktail into something extraordinary.

This elegant variation builds on the traditional martini structure with Beefeater's crisp juniper backbone, but introduces the honeyed complexity of Bénédictine D.O.M.—a liqueur featuring 27 herbs, spices, and peels. The dry vermouth maintains the cocktail's sophistication while orange bitters add a subtle citrus dimension that's echoed in the aromatic garnish. Your first sip delivers gin's botanical sharpness followed by waves of herbal sweetness, finishing with a lingering warmth and complexity that reveals different notes with each taste. Perfect for sophisticated dinner parties or whenever you want to impress guests with your cocktail knowledge, this drink requires only basic stirring technique but delivers expert-level flavors. It pairs beautifully with cheese plates featuring aged Comté or Manchego, and stands up wonderfully to rich appetizers like duck rillettes or mushroom crostini.