Reconstructed Dirty Martini

Reconstructed Dirty Martini is a medium American recipe that serves 1. 150 calories per serving. Recipe by The Educated Barfly on YouTube.

Prep: 5 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 10 min

Cost: $1.77 total, $1.77 per serving

Ingredients

  • 4 dash Olive Bitters (Bitter Truth brand, adds savory depth)
  • 1 oz French Blanc Vermouth (Lighter than typical dry vermouth)
  • 5 drop MSG Solution (20% concentration) (Adds umami; dissolve 20g MSG in 100ml water)
  • 2 oz Cucumber‑Forward Gin (Mhalland Gin or Hrix; bright cucumber flavor)
  • 1 strip Lemon Peel (Fresh, for garnish and aromatic citrus note)
  • 1 cup Ice (Cubed, for stirring and chilling glass)

Instructions

  1. Chill the Glass

    Place the martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water for at least 2 minutes.

    Time: PT2M

  2. Add Ice to Mixing Glass

    Fill the mixing glass three‑quarters full with ice cubes.

    Time: PT0M

  3. Add Olive Bitters

    Measure 4 dashes of olive bitters and add them to the mixing glass.

    Time: PT0M

  4. Add Vermouth

    Pour 1 oz of French Blanc vermouth over the ice.

    Time: PT0M

  5. Add MSG Solution

    Add 5 drops of the 20 % MSG solution.

    Time: PT0M

  6. Add Gin

    Measure 2 oz of cucumber‑forward gin and add to the mixing glass.

    Time: PT0M

  7. Stir to Chill and Dilute

    Stir gently with a bar spoon for about 20‑30 seconds until the mixture is well‑chilled.

    Time: PT30S

  8. Strain into Chilled Glass

    Discard the ice from the mixing glass, then strain the cocktail into the pre‑chilled martini glass.

    Time: PT0M

  9. Garnish

    Express a lemon peel over the drink, rim the glass with it, then drop the peel into the cocktail.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
150
Protein
0 g
Carbohydrates
1 g
Fat
0 g
Fiber
0 g

Dietary info: Gluten‑free, Vegetarian

Last updated: March 18, 2026

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Reconstructed Dirty Martini

Recipe by The Educated Barfly

A modern take on the classic dirty martini that swaps olive brine for olive bitters, adds a splash of French Blanc vermouth, a few drops of MSG solution for umami, and uses a crisp cucumber‑forward gin. The result is a balanced, savory, and slightly citrusy cocktail with depth and complexity.

MediumAmericanServes 1

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Source Video
2m
Prep
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Cook
10m
Cleanup
12m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$1.77
Total cost
$1.77
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Chilling the serving glass
  • Proper stirring time to achieve correct dilution
  • Accurate measurement of MSG drops

Safety Warnings

  • Handle glassware carefully to avoid cuts.
  • Consume responsibly; alcohol impairs judgment.

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