Velvet Olive Martini
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Velvet Olive Martini

A playful Martini variation that brings together Empirical Olive, Gin, Sherry, and crème de cacao for a rich, layered drink that balances savory depth with restrained sweetness.

Simple · 3 min

Silky, savory, and unexpectedly decadent, with a soft cocoa finish.

Ingredients

  • 1 oz Gin
  • 1 oz Empirical Olive
  • ½ oz Manzanilla Sherry (or Cocchi)
  • ½ oz Crème de Cacao
  • Garnish: Chocolate-Dipped Olive

Method

  1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir until thoroughly chilled.
  3. Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora coupe.
  4. Garnish with a chocolate-dipped olive.

Made with

Empirical Olive 750ml bottle, front label with green olive illustrationEmpirical Olive

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