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Balmoral Martini
Successfully float the whisky and the aromatic first sip from this Dry Martini is a delight. I've split the vermouths to add a little bianco richness
John Hinojos
15th May at 00:36
Perfect aperitif. The Whisky float helps keep the cocktail wonderfully dry and balances the blanco vermouth.
27th April at 02:48
Made per spec with The Botanist, Carpano Dry, Cinzano Bianco and Monkey Shoulder.
First, I have to congratulate myself on a successful float of the scotch. First time doing it and I got it right. Little victories.
Second, that bar spoon of scotch is very, very subtle. I’m tempted to do it again with .25 oz/7.5 ml of scotch, just so it is a bit more present.
Finally , this ratio of gin to vermouth is near my personal preference, so I really enjoyed this cocktail. Maybe just my imagination, but Botanist just feels right in this cocktail.
Great drink that leaves plenty of room for personal tweaking.
First, I have to congratulate myself on a successful float of the scotch. First time doing it and I got it right. Little victories.
Second, that bar spoon of scotch is very, very subtle. I’m tempted to do it again with .25 oz/7.5 ml of scotch, just so it is a bit more present.
Finally , this ratio of gin to vermouth is near my personal preference, so I really enjoyed this cocktail. Maybe just my imagination, but Botanist just feels right in this cocktail.
Great drink that leaves plenty of room for personal tweaking.