Tomatini
Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin meets fresh tomato water, dry vermouth, a splash of champagne vinegar, and a delicate drizzle of olive oil for a savoury, summery twist on the classic Martini. Captured by @carneliancooks
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Ingredients
2Oz
Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin
0.75Oz
Tomato Water*
0.5Oz
Dry Vermouth
1BARSPOON
Champagne or White Wine Vinegar
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, to drizzle
Cherry Tomato & Basil Leaf, for garnish
Method
Stir ingredients together with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish.
Notes
*Blend about four large tomatoes (roughly chopped) with a generous pinch of salt until smooth. Strain through a mesh sieve to remove larger particulates, then optionally run through cheesecloth or a coffee filter for further clarity. Keep in fridge for up to five days.