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Balboa Classic Dirty Martini Recipe

Published: June 1, 2026
Mixologist: Balboa Cafe

Gin
Coupe

How to Make a Balboa Classic Dirty Martini

Recipe Details

A signature Tanqueray martini from Balboa Cafe.

♦ Difficulty Level: Moderate

Ingredients

BARTENDER Magazine’s Recommended Spirit: Tanqueray London Dry Gin

♦ 2.5 oz Tanqueray London Dry Gin

♦ 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth

♦ 0.5 oz Olive brine

♦ Ice

♦ 1-3 Olives for Garnish

Steps

1. Chill a martini glass or coupe.

2. Fill a mixing glass with ice.

3. Add Tanqueray London Dry Gin, dry vermouth, and olive brine.

3. Stir for 20–25 seconds until very cold.

3. Strain into the chilled glass.

3. Garnish with olives.

3. Serve immediately.

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