Martini Special
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.25 fl oz Chilled water
- 0.17 fl oz Orange flower water
Directions
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Fill martini glass with ice
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Pour absinthe and Angostura bitters over ice in glass
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Top with chilled mineral water and let stand
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Add gin, vermouth and orange water to cocktail shaker with ice
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Shake vigorously
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Discard contents from standing martini glass
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Fine strain shaken mixture into the washed martini glass
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Garnish with orange zest twist
Cocktail Description
The Martini Special is a hauntingly complex cocktail that whispers of Belle Époque creativity while delivering a thoroughly modern drinking experience.
This sophisticated sipper balances the anise-forward character of Pernod Absinthe with the botanical richness of Beefeater Gin, all softened by Martini & Rossi's sweet vermouth. The careful absinthe wash creates a subtle foundation that perfumes each sip without overwhelming, while orange flower water adds a delicate floral note that dances with the bitter complexity from Angostura. Though it requires multiple steps and careful technique, the Parisian Dream rewards your efforts with a perfectly balanced cocktail that's both potent and surprisingly approachable. It shines as an elegant pre-dinner aperitif when you want to impress guests at an intimate dinner party or special date night. The cocktail pairs beautifully with rich seafood like butter-poached lobster or seared scallops, while also complementing earthy mushroom dishes that echo its herbal complexity.
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