Javier is a Basque born, trained chef and hospitality professional, owner of Basco Fine Foods, a Spanish food and drink importer based in Yorkshire. He regularly runs client food and drink events around the country and he is a course tutor at Hartingtons of Bakewell cookery school. Javier’s passion lies on bringing quality Spanish ingredients and recipes to as many people as possible.
Twitter: @bascofinefoods
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Learn how to make the perfect Sherry Cocktail with our Oloroso Martinez Recipe.
The Martinez Sherry cocktail may be a predecessor to the martini, but these drinks could hardly be less alike. A classic Martinez starts with equal parts of gin and sweet vermouth, then you add a teaspoon of maraschino liqueur and either Angostura or orange bitters. My sherry variation, substitutes the gin with a stunning aged oloroso sherry and balances the sweetness of the vermouth with a touch of maraschino liqueur and a dash of kirsch gives the drink an extra quick.