“A simple vodka or gin martini is a crisp, clean canvas on which to highlight whatever suits your fancy. The tanginess of shallots and radishes add a savory top note to this classic savory cocktail. This recipe is from Elliot Manthey, co-owner of Meteor Bar.

— Mike Augustyniak

DIFFICULTY: EASY
TIME: 5 MIN
GLASSWARE: COUPE

RECIPE:

• 1 ½ oz Du Nord Craft Spirits L’Etoile Vodka or
  1 ½ oz Far North Spirits Solveig Gin

• ¼ oz Simple Syrup *

• 1 oz Dry Vermouth

• Thinly Sliced or Shaved Fresh Radish

• Thinly Sliced or Shaved Scallion

INSTRUCTIONS:

Combine liquid ingredients in a mixing glass with ice; stir until very cold. Strain into a chilled cocktail (coupe) glass. Garnish with thinly sliced radishes and scallions.

SIMPLE SYRUP:

• 1 cup white sugar

• 1 cup water

Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat, then cool. Use right away or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Weekly Good Acre CSA cocktail recipes brought to you by Far North Spirits and the bartenders of Meteor: “Old Ass Bar, Good Ass Drinks.”