Dry Martini with Gin and Lillet

I decided to play with my Dry Martini.  Using the St George Botanivore Gin, I substituted Lillet Blanc for the vermouth.  The result is a very pleasant drink.  Goes well with our Olive Poppers.

Olive Poppers

Olive Poppers

  • 2 oz. St. George Botanivore Gin
  • 1 oz. Lillet Blanc
  • 1-2 drops Doc Elliott’s Actually Bitter Orange Bitters
  • Lemon Zest

Martini Lillet

Dry Martini with Lillet

  1. Chill a martini glass with ice and water
  2. Add all ingredients, except the Lemon Zest, to a mixing glass and stir with ice
  3. Strain into chilled glass and garnish with the lemon zest

Cheers!