Smoke & Mirrors Martini

This sophisticated Smoke & Mirrors Martini is a captivating blend of Bombay Sapphire gin, Dolin dry vermouth, maraschino liqueur, verjus blanc, and a touch of orange and St. George absinthe bitters. The glass is seasoned with a delicate smoke of cassia bark and dried lemon peel, adding an alluring depth to the cocktail. Finished with a citrusy aroma and adorned with dried rosebuds, this cocktail is a mesmerizing experience for the senses.

Smoke & Mirrors Martini

A captivating martini infused with unique flavors and a touch of smoke, garnished with dried rosebuds.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces Bombay Sapphire gin
  • 1 1/2 ounces Dolin dry vermouth
  • 1 1/2 ounces ice-cold water
  • 1/4 ounces maraschino liqueur
  • 1/4 ounces verjus blanc
  • 3 dashes orange bitters
  • 2 dashes St. George absinthe verte
  • 1 tablespoon cassia bark
  • 1 dried lemon peel
  • Garnish: dried rosebuds

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass without ice, combine Bombay Sapphire gin, Dolin dry vermouth, ice-cold water, maraschino liqueur, verjus blanc, orange bitters, and St. George absinthe verte. Stir well.
  2. In a small ramekin, ignite cassia bark chips and dried lemon peel using a torch. Capture the smoke in an inverted white wine glass to season it for 20 to 30 seconds.
  3. Pour the prepared drink into the smoked wine glass.
  4. Express the oils of lime and grapefruit peels over the glass, then discard.
  5. Garnish with dried rosebuds.