Share this post with others!June 19, 2014 is National Martini Day! Although the exact origin of the martini is unknown, this iconic drink has earned a permanent place in the pantheon of classic cocktails. The first printed recipe for a “Martinez” cocktail appeared in a bartending manual published in San Francisco in 1887. However, historians disagree over whether the beverage actually originated on the West Coast. In 1911, a New York City bartender named Martini di Arma di Taggia began serving a cocktail made with gin, vermouth, orange bitters, and an olive garnish. The martini gained widespread popularity among Manhattan socialites, and has been associated with New York ever since. Today, 50% of all cocktails are served in a martini glass. Some of the most famous (historical and fictional) martini lovers include: John D. Rockefeller, Humphrey Bogart, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Clark Gable, Ernest Hemingway, and James Bond. Celebrate National Martini Day by enjoying a refreshing martini in the company of friends. Below is a small list of supplies you need to make martinis & a couple of popular recipes: Supplies: 12 ounce Shaker Strainer Ice Plate Chilled Martini Glasses Apple Martini: Fill shaker with ice, add five ounces of […]