Pickled Beet Gin Martini with Spring Salad

by Lucas Endres of Public Parking Bar

Cook time: -

Serves: 1

Photo by Sunny Frantz

Public Parking Bar, located on Madison’s East Johnson Street, loves to serve up their cocktails with a bit of whimsy. This martini takes its influence from the Gibson, a martini created in the early 20th century in New York, and pairs it with one of Lucas Endres’ favorite spring salads—think of it as a garnish! The flavors of the pickled beet and onion inform both the drink and salad, building on one another to showcase the earthy richness of early spring.

Ingredients

2 ounces gin

1 ounce dry white vermouth

½ teaspoon brine from pickled beets (see recipe)

1 sprig of dill

Directions

Combine all the ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and stir until combined. Strain the drink into a chilled martini glass. Serve with a sprig of dill on top.