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Inside the Bemelmans’ Bar room espresso martinis were on steady order as random bouts of singing rang out alongside the live music.—Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 8 June 2026 Even with no martinis on his horizon, Elba is staying plenty busy, between his recent role in Masters of the Universe and an upcoming return to his signature character, Det.—Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026 Guests danced at a discotheque designed by Tony-winning creative force Christine Schwarzman on the mezzanine, while inside the iconic Café Carlyle, Mark Strong and Lesley Manville — stars of Oedipus and noted martini enthusiasts — curated a specialty martini bar for partygoers.—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026 The decaf version is intended for both bars and home use in a variety of cocktails, from the classic espresso martini to an espresso tonic and everything in between.—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for martini
Word History
Etymology
probably alteration of Martinez (cocktail), from the name Martinez