The martini is the eternal cocktail; always relevant, always classic. But it does go through plenty of revisions with time. The big trend in martinis for 2025, according to bartenders, is the mini martini. These shot-sized drinks are a great way to sample a range of martini styles without ending up on the floor. They’re also easy to recreate at home, especially with a group of friends. Instead of making full-sized drinks for everyone and serving them one per person, try making a variety of styles and splitting each drink into three or four portions.
As well as the classic martini of gin and vermouth, I love a reverse martini with more vermouth than gin. Another big trend this year is for savory martinis, making use of pickles and brine to add a salty note to the drink. But sweet lovers needn’t be left out, as there is also the classic breakfast martini to enjoy, making use of marmalade for its sharp but juicy orange flavors. A sampling of martini recipes from Hendrick’s Gin can act as inspiration for this trend:
Hendrick’s Martini
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 parts Hendrick’s Gin
- 1/2 part Dry Vermouth
- Cucumber to Garnish
Method:
Stir ingredients well with ice cubes in a mixing glass and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a cucumber slice and enjoy.
Hendrick’s Perfect Pickled Martini
Ingredients:
- 2 parts Hendrick’s Gin
- 3 bar spoons of your favorite pickle brine
- 1/2 part Dry Vermouth
Method:
Stir ingredients with ice cubes in a mixing glass. Strain into a double rocks glass. To garnish, drop a pickle slice in the bottom and float a dill front on the top.
Hendrick’s Breakfast Martini
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 parts Hendrick’s Gin
- 1/2 part Orange Liqueur
- 1/2 part Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Orange Marmalade
- Orange Twist to Garnish
Method:
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker, add ice, shake very well and fine strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with an orange twist and enjoy.
