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Looking to spice up your evening? There's nothing better than a delicious martini topped off with homegrown olives
A martini (or two) is a great way to relax after a long day
If you’ve ever tried to grow olives in your backyard, you’ll know the initial harvest is usually quite minimal. So, if you’re lucky to reach October with a handful of green olives ready in your garden, rejoice!
It’s time for a toast. And a classic martini is a perfect cocktail to highlight your coveted olive crop.
But first, you’ll have to cure your olives. Green olives are unripe and notoriously bitter.
To cure them:
When they are no longer bitter, your olives are ready for happy hour. If you don’t grow enough olives in your own garden, look for them at farmers’ markets and deli counters.
Over ice in a cocktail shaker, add 2 ounces gin (or vodka if you prefer), 1/4 ounce dry vermouth and 1/2 ounce olive brine and two cured green olives. Shake, strain and serve straight up in a martini glass, garnishing with another olive, or two.