Caper Brine Dirty Martini
A bold and savory take on the dirty martini, where the briny caper brine adds a unique, umami depth that complements the vodka and vermouth. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Vodka, Dry vermouth, Caper brine for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 166 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 0.5 oz Dry vermouth
- 0.25 oz Caper brine
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz vodka, 0.5 oz dry vermouth, and 0.25 oz caper brine, then add ice cubes.
- Step 2: Stir gently for 45 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and the caper brine is fully incorporated without diluting the drink.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with 2 capers nestled on the rim.








