Obituary

William Elliott | Brooklyn, New York

Obituary martini cocktail

New Orleans has its very own Martini riff. Typical of the city of its birth, which has absinthe practically running through its veins, the Obituary differentiates itself from other dry Martinis through its inclusion of the French wormwood spirit where there might otherwise be bitters. William Elliott, of Brooklyn’s Maison Premiere, characterizes the drink as a “stylized New Orleans Martini” that, he notes, makes a perfect pairing for the bar’s renowned oyster program.

Ingredients

Serving: 1

  • 2 3/4 ounces gin, preferably Hayman’s London dry or Thomas Dakin Red Cole
  • 2 3/4 ounces gin, preferably Hayman’s London dry or Thomas Dakin Red Cole
  • 1/2 ounce dry vermouth, preferably Bordiga Extra Dry
  • 1/2 ounce dry vermouth, preferably Bordiga Extra Dry
  • 6 dashes absinthe, preferably La Muse Verte
  • 6 dashes absinthe, preferably La Muse Verte

Garnish: lemon twist, discarded

Directions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass.
  2. Add ice and stir to chill.
  3. Strain into a chilled Martini glass.
  4. Express and discard the lemon twist.