Olive Brine-Infused Gin Martini with Pickled Onion Garnish
A savory take on the martini featuring briny olive juice and a pickled onion for a complex, umami-forward profile. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together Gin, Dry Vermouth, Olive 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 160 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
- 2.5 oz Gin
- 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth
- 0.25 oz Olive Brine
- 3 Pickled Pearl Onion
- 4 Ice Cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Chill a coupe glass in the freezer for 5 minutes before starting.
- Step 2: In a chilled mixing glass, combine 2.5 oz Gin, 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth, and 0.25 oz Olive Brine.
- Step 3: Add 4 ice cubes and stir for 35 seconds until the mixture is perfectly chilled and the brine is fully integrated.
- Step 4: Strain into the chilled coupe glass, then place 3 Pickled Pearl Onions on the rim of the glass as garnish.








