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Zesty juniper-forward versions soar in a classic Negroni, floral gins impress in a rosy gin-kombucha cocktail, and unctuous savory gin is indelible in a 50/50 martini.—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 May 2026 The sting of a dry gin martini is exactly right between bites.—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026 Guests were served canapes including a surprisingly brilliant mango and mung bean tartare plus chicken teriyaki kebabs, all washed down with elegant Hugo Spritz and espresso martinis.—Partner Content, Variety, 9 May 2026 Popular drinks include the Nara Nara, a Botanist gin martini served within a block of ice, called the coldest martini in the world, and the rum cocktail the Ah-Kee.—Connie Ogle
may 8, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for martini
Word History
Etymology
probably alteration of Martinez (cocktail), from the name Martinez