It is unclear as to when and where this cocktail was created however it is one of those classic cocktails which dates back to 1930, when it appeared in the Savoy Cocktail Book. To many it is the perfect martini due to the fact that it has equal parts of dry and sweet vermouth. Just a hint of citrus with a crisp, dry complexity that is unique. The Journalist is also known as the Periodista, which is Spanish for journalist.
Journalist Martini
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Makes 4 - 3oz martinis
8 oz Gin
1 oz Dry Vermouth
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
1 oz Triple Sec
1 oz lime juice
1 dash bitters
Pour ingredients into a shaker with cracked ice and shake well. Strain into chilled martini glasses. Garnish with a lemon twist.
Have a great weekend everyone! - JD