The Orange Grove Martini

Old Fashioned & Riffs • May 07, 2026

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A photo of the The Orange Grove Martini cocktail containing Mint leaves, Beefeater London Dry Gin, Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne), Angostura Orange Bitters in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

Other Ingredients

  • 5.00 fresh Mint leaves
  • 0.17 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)

Directions

  • Chill martini glass
  • Add all ingredients including mint to cocktail shaker
  • Add ice to shaker
  • Shake vigorously
  • Fine strain into chilled martini glass
  • Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

The Orange Grove Martini brings the crisp, botanical elegance of a classic gin martini together with the bright, aromatic lift of fresh mint and citrus.

Built on Beefeater London Dry Gin's juniper backbone, this cocktail gets a subtle sweetness from Giffard's cane syrup while Angostura orange bitters add a warm, spiced citrus depth that weaves through every sip. The muddled mint brings an herbal freshness that makes the drink feel like a stroll through a sun-dappled citrus orchard, finishing clean and sophisticated with that signature gin bite. It's surprisingly easy to make—just shake everything together with ice and strain—so you can whip one up without breaking a sweat. This martini shines as a pre-dinner sipper on warm evenings or whenever you want something refined but not too fussy. The bright, herbaceous profile pairs beautifully with light appetizers like citrus-cured salmon, goat cheese crostini, or grilled shrimp with herbs. That orange zest twist on top releases its oils as you sip, adding one more layer of aromatic pleasure to an already well-balanced drink.