Turf Club
An aromatic, complex Martini variation that uses a hint of absinthe and maraschino for an edgy, sophisticated finish.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 0.75 oz Dry vermouth
- 0.25 oz Maraschino liqueur
- 6 drops Absinthe
- 2 dashes Orange bitters
Story
The Turf Club was the final recommendation in the series — provided as an interesting, slightly more obscure choice. You suggested it for anyone looking for complexity beyond the standard sour. We landed on this specific recipe to demonstrate the interplay between the anise of absinthe and the funky sweetness of maraschino within a dry gin framework.
Method
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with plenty of ice.
- Stir thoroughly for 20–30 seconds until the glass is frosted.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist, expressing the oils over the drink.
Notes
- The absinthe is used sparingly here — acts more as a rinse or seasoning than a primary flavor.