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Gin Recipe
Perfect TEN Martini
The classic gin martini gets a modern twist with this cocktail recipe featuring Tanqueray No. TEN.
Time to make: 10 minutesServes: 1
Why is it called a perfect ten drink?
Elevate the classic martini and give it a modern makeover with Tanqueray Perfect TEN and a grapefruit twist.
The "Perfect TEN" martini, made with Tanqueray No. Ten gin, is not necessarily named after the gin itself. Instead, the name refers to the idea of creating a perfect, exceptional drink, made with top-shelf gin and high-quality ingredients. The use of "Ten" in the name is a play on words, suggesting that this martini is a perfect "ten" in terms of its quality and flavor.
Tanqueray No. Ten is a premium gin known for its smooth and balanced flavor profile, making it a popular choice for crafting high-quality martinis of the most delicious taste! Using Tanqueray No. Ten in a martini is a way to elevate the overall quality of the cocktail, hence the name "Perfect TEN" martini.
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Tanqueray No. Ten Gin
- 0.5 oz. Dry Vermouth
- Grapefruit Twist Garnish
Directions
- Cut a long slice of grapefruit skin, leaving as little pith on the peel as possible. Gently curl into a twist and set aside.
- Pour gin into a cocktail shaker or mixing glass with ice and add the dry vermouth.
- Stir until perfectly mixed and strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Twist grapefruit peel over the drink to express the oils, then add as garnish.