"I'm doing a classic martini, but I'm putting a little bit of herbaceous-ness into it," says John. That "herbaceous-ness" comes from fresh rosemary, hence the name of the cocktail: rosemary-tini. Cute, right?! He created the drink to go with Rach's Italian Chicken and Rice Stew, which also includes the herb.
Muddle the rosemary leaves and olive brine at the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Add the gin, vermouth and 1 or 2 dashes each of orange bitters and fennel bitters (if using). Add ice and stir to chill, then double strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with rosemary sprig and lemon twist.
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