dirty martini
A dirty martini in French refers to the cocktail made with gin or vodka and vermouth, with olive brine added for a salty flavor.
The term refers to a specific cocktail consisting of gin or vodka and vermouth, where olive brine is added to provide a salty flavor.
Did you know?
- The French word sale used in martini sale can also mean 'filthy' or 'disgusting' in other contexts, making the literal translation of a 'dirty' drink sound unappetizing to a non-cocktail enthusiast.
- The word martini is used as a generic term for the cocktail in French, but it is technically a brand name for the Italian vermouth used in the drink.
- Because the term is an anglicism, ordering a dirty martini in a traditional Parisian brasserie might result in a puzzled look from older staff.
Examples in context
- Je voudrais un dirty martini, s'il vous plaît.I would like a dirty martini, please.
- Est-ce qu'il reste un dirty martini au bar ?Is there a dirty martini left at the bar?
- Elle commande un dirty martini avec beaucoup d'olives.She is ordering a dirty martini with many olives.
Example conversation
Gabriel and Emma are sitting at a quiet hotel bar.
- GabrielTu veux boire quoi, Emma ?What do you want to drink, Emma?
- EmmaJe vais prendre un dirty martini.I will have a dirty martini.
- GabrielMoi aussi, je vais commander un dirty martini.Me too, I am going to order a dirty martini.
- EmmaC'est une excellente idée !That is an excellent idea!
