A Golden Gem in the Heart of 1862 Dry Bar

I recently had the pleasure of trying the Golden Martini at 1862 Dry Bar by Alberto Martínez, and I must say—it was an unforgettable experience. This cocktail is a masterclass in balance and elegance. The presentation alone is stunning: a shimmering golden hue that immediately catches the eye and sets the tone for what’s to come.

From the first sip, I was impressed by its smoothness and complexity. The blend of ingredients is both bold and refined, with just the right touch of sweetness and a silky texture that lingers beautifully. It’s clear that great care has gone into crafting this drink—not just in flavor, but in the entire experience it delivers.

Special praise must go to Ángel San José Martín, the brilliant mind behind this creation. His vision and craftsmanship shine through in every detail of the Golden Martini. It’s rare to encounter a cocktail that feels both innovative and timeless, and Ángel has achieved just that. His work elevates 1862 Dry Bar’s offering to a whole new level, and I’m grateful to have experienced it.

Whether you’re a cocktail aficionado or simply looking to treat yourself to something special, the Golden Martini is a must-try. I’ll definitely be coming back for another round.

Jerónimo Martín.

Made as per recipe. I found it surprisingly uninspiring and ordinary.

Very pleasant. Citrus, slight sweet but also with a bitter edge on the finish.

This is delicious. I can taste every component: gin, vermouth, orange, lime. Goes down way too easy.

I've made this based on the published spec and with a London dry gin. The lime cordial is a Jeffrey Morganthaler recipe that I make. This is nice for a sweet nightcap, but I thought it just a bit sweet and in my variation using the dry gin I also dropped the Cointreau to 10ml and it was nicer. Somewhere between a Kamikazee and a Gimlet. Not a fav but a template I'll play with again.

Muchas gracias por vuestras palabras y a Simón por estar en su guía
Sustituir el curacao por st Germain lo llamo fetiche Martini.
Un abrazo

I'd say this is more of a cross between a Martini and a Gimlet, but so delicious either way. If I had to introduce someone to Martinis, I'd start them off easy with this one.

Decided to try this as it looked interesting. It is simple, elegant, and very flavourful. The hint of citrus enhances the taste of the gin. Was perfect for before dinner. Will definitely have again.

Elegant simplicity, good to the last drop, orange and lime harmonize perfectly here plus a great mouth-feel and plenty boozy. I used Beefeater, Pierre Ferrand, Dolin Dry and Rose's Lime and I'll definitely be making this again.