Drink of the Week: Lustau Dry Vermouth
Lustau has become synonymous with the premium vermouth category with a range that includes rojo, blanco, rosé, and, newest to the U.S. market, dry. The venerated House of Lustau is known for incorporating sherry into its vermouths, lending a distinctive character that brings new dimension to its expressions.
Made with manzanilla sherry from Sanlúcar, Spain, Lustau dry vermouth is snappy and bright with a slight salinity. The botanical bill includes thyme, marjoram, chamomile, wormwood, and orange peel, which form an herbaceous and citrusy backbone that blends beautifully into cocktails.
Lustau dry’s briny umami character works especially well in the Martini and its relatives, with the vermouth’s salinity making for a deliciously crisp cocktail. Click here to check out availability near you.
NOT SO DIRTY MARTINI
2 oz. London dry gin
Tools: barspoon, mixing glass, strainer
Glass: cocktail or Nick & Nora
Garnish: 3 green olives
Combine all of the ingredients in a mixing glass. Add ice, stir to chill, strain into a chilled glass, then garnish.
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