The Martinez cocktail is a drink that was created in the early 1800s in Martinez, California. It is a mix of gin, sweet vermouth, Maraschino liqueur, and angostura bitters. The drink is said to have been created by a bartender named Jerry Thomas, and it is thought to be the first cocktail ever created. The Martinez cocktail is often considered to be the precursor to the Manhattan cocktail.

What’s the difference between a Martini and a Martinez?

Martinis and Martinez …