Martini Day

June 19 – Martini Day

Martini Day is celebrated each year on June 19th. One of the most popular martinis is the dirty martini. Here’s how to make one according to Food.com:

Mix 2 ounces gin, ½ ounce extra-dry vermouth, and ¼ ounce olive juice in a cocktail mixer along with 2 ice cubes. Pour it into a frozen martini glass and garnish with an olive on a toothpick.

Craving something a little more fruity? Here is a recipe for an apple martini from Taste of Home:

Fill a shaker ¾ full with ice. Add in 2 ounces vodka, 1 ½ ounces of sour apple liqueur, and 1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice. Cover the shaker and give it a good 10-15 second shake. Strain it into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a green apple slice.

Treat yourself and take a few moments to celebrate Martini Day today. Stop at your local bar for happy hour, or get in the kitchen and mix up your own concoction.

What is your favorite martini?