Smoked Vodka Dirty Martini with Olive Brine
A smoky twist on the dirty martini, featuring vodka infused with smoked olive brine and served with a trio of stuffed olives for an umami-packed experience. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 6 minutes brings together Vodka, Smoked olive brine, Dry vermouth 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 oz Vodka
- 0.5 oz Smoked olive brine
- 0.25 oz Dry vermouth
- 3 pieces Stuffed olives (green, blue cheese, pimiento)
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes to chill thoroughly.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz vodka, 0.5 oz smoked olive brine, and 0.25 oz dry vermouth into the mixing glass.
- Step 3: Stir gently for 30 seconds with a bar spoon to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 4: Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
- Step 5: Garnish by skewering three stuffed olives – one green, one stuffed with blue cheese, and one with pimiento – and rest the skewer across the glass rim.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Smoked Vodka Dirty Martini with Olive Brine take to make?
Total time is about 6 minutes (6 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Smoked Vodka Dirty Martini with Olive Brine?
Refrigerate any leftover smoked vodka dirty martini with olive brine in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smoked Vodka Dirty Martini with Olive Brine?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Smoked Vodka Dirty Martini with Olive Brine for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Smoked Vodka Dirty Martini with Olive Brine?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
