The quality of the ingredients makes all the difference in this drink, so use the absolutely best vodka and great olives.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 1
Ingredients
3
ounces good vodka
1
/2 ounce (1tablespoon) dry vermouth
1
ounce (2 tablespoons) Bloody Mary mix (page 245)
3
large pitted olives, such as kalamatas
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine the vodka, vermouth, and Bloody Mary mix with 1 cup of ice in a shaker, and shake well.
Step 2
Pour the vodka mixture into a martini glass.
Step 3
Spear the olives onto a toothpick and serve as a garnish on the drink.
Bubby’s Brunch Cookbook by Ron Silver and Rosemary Black. Copyright © 2009 by Ron Silver and Rosemary Black. Published by Ballantine Books. All Rights Reserved.