Great Variations On The Classic Martini

June 15, 2026

The martini has been around for centuries, and is the most legendary and beloved of foundational cocktails.

While early versions of the martini leaned toward the sweeter side, often involving , sweet Italian vermouth, time changed the martini. Tastes began to veer toward drier spirits, and that led to the dry martini we all know and love today.

But as time marches on, tastes and trends will vary, and now the martini can be enjoyed in ways never imagined before. Still, there’ll never be anything that hits quite like the classic.

At Motek, a fresh and herbaceous martini variation featuring The Botanist Gin, muddled grapes, and fresh basil for a bright, garden-inspired cocktail with subtle sweetness and crisp botanical notes.