The History of Western Civilisation Viewed through a Martini
Charles Bork reviews the history of Western civilisation itself, as reflected in the martini. He’s wrong, though, about the ideal proportions: the very best martini is composed of: 2 oz. dry gin;½ oz. dry vermouth; 2 dashes orange bitters; 1 lemon twist. It should be stirred with lots of ice, not shaken. Any less vermouth and it’s not a martin, but an alcoholic’s cry for help.
