An aromatic martini from Empirical R&D, pairing fresh green notes with delicate marzipan richness.
Complex · 3 min · plus 24 hrs ahead
Empirical Soka brings notes of fresh-cut grass and green apple, complemented by the subtle marzipan character of Empirical Stonefruit. Bay leaf-infused dry vermouth lends an herbal edge, while absinthe and orange bitters add complexity and a gently aromatic finish.
Ingredients
1½ oz Empirical Soka
½ oz Empirical Stonefruit
¼ oz bay leaf-infused dry vermouth (recipe follows)
2 drops absinthe
2 dashes orange bitters
Garnish: lime coin
45 ml Empirical Soka
15 ml Empirical Stonefruit
10 ml bay leaf-infused dry vermouth (recipe follows)
2 drops absinthe
2 dashes orange bitters
Garnish: lime coin
Alternatives
Bay leaf-infused dry vermouth: Substitute regular dry vermouth.
Absinthe: Substitute Pernod, pastis or Herbsaint.
Method
Add all ingredients to a mixing glass filled with ice.
Stir until very chilled and diluted.
Strain into a martini glass or coupe.
Garnish with a lime coin.
Bay leaf-infused dry vermouth
6–8 bay leaves
25 oz dry vermouth
6–8 bay leaves
750 ml dry vermouth
Method
Infuse the bay leaves in the dry vermouth at room temperature for 24 hours.
Strain out the leaves and refrigerate the vermouth.
