The Perfect Martini Board
Looking to up level your next dinner party? You have to try this amazing Martini Board! From the perfect cocktail crafting to the best snack accompaniments – this perfect martini and garnish board is something that will have your guests wowed and excited! Keep reading to see how to create this perfect. board.
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WHAT IS MARTINI BOARD?
When it comes to martinis, a martini board is the perfect side companion that goes with the martini. Think of it as a charcuterie board that merges both a snack and the perfect garnishes for your perfect martini. You can keep it super simple and classic with the traditional olives, nuts, etc (the way I do) or you can go very colorful with things like blood oranges, berries and dried fruits. When it comes to creating this style of board- the options are endless; so have a little fun with it! Plus it pairs awesome with this board as well!
BUILDING THE PERECT BOARD
A few ingredients that I always make sure I have on the accompaniments board to go with my garnishes for the martinis are the following:
- Assorted Cheese – I tend to go with a few varieties of cheeses. A few of my favorites are: Sharp Cheddar, a Creamy Brie, and a Tangy Gorgonzola
- Cured Meats – I tend to go for the basics that go with a traditional charcuterie like Prosciutto, Salmi, Chorizo.
- Marinated Olives– I love a good olive and I think marinated black olives and green olives just make the board
- Marinated Pickles– a new favorite that I am LOVING to add to charcuterie boards
- Mixed Nuts – a little bit of crunch is always a great favorite. I tend to love to add: Almonds, Cashews and Walnuts
- Artisanal Crackers and Breadsticks- hands down a must always with a martini board
- Dark Chocolate Squares – Absolutely LOVE adding dark chocolate squares to my martini board
- Fresh Herbs – perfect for garnishing your board – throw on fresh sprigs of rosemary, basil or dill
PERFECT GARNISHMENTS FOR MARTINIS
When it comes to garnishments for martinis , there are no rules! For this martini board I like to keep it simple with traditional garnishments for delicious vodka martinis.
- Navel oranges, halved and thinly sliced
- Lemons, thinly sliced into wheels- to make twists easily
- Limes, thinly sliced into wheels – to make twists easily
- Green olives
The Perfect Martini Board
Ingredients
For The Martinis
- 1 bottle Vodka I used my favorite Chopin Vodka
- 1 bottle Sweet Vermouth
- 1 bottle Lemon Juice
- 1 bottle Cranberry Juice
- 1 bottle Orange Liqueur (e.g., Triple Sec or Cointreau)
- 1 bottle Simple Syrup
- Ice Cubes
- Cocktail Shaker + Strainer
- Lemon Wedges, Lemon Twists, Cherries, Olives for garnish
For the Accompaniments
- Assorted Cheeses (e.g., sharp cheddar, creamy brie, tangy gorgonzola)
- Variety of Cured Meats (e.g., prosciutto, salami, chorizo)
- Sliced Oranges
- Sliced Lemons
- Sliced Limes
- Marinated Olives and Pickles
- Mixed Nuts (e.g., almonds, cashews, walnuts)
- Artisanal Crackers and Breadsticks
- Dark Chocolate Squares
- Fresh Herbs for Garnish (e.g., rosemary sprigs, basil leaves)
Instructions
**Prepare the Martinis**
- Fill the cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add 2oz. vodka with a splash of dry vermouth in the shaker. Shake well.
- Strain the martinis into chilled martini glasses.
- Garnish each martini with appropriate garnishes (e.g., lemon twists, olives, cocktail onions, cherries). Set aside.
**Assemble the Accompaniments**
- Arrange the cured meats, fresh fruits, marinated olives, pickles, nuts, crackers, breadsticks, and dark chocolate on a large serving board.
- Add small bowls or ramekins for the olives, nuts, and pickles.
- Place fresh herbs around the board for a decorative touch and additional aroma.
**Serve and Enjoy**
- Invite guests to pour themselves a martini of their choice from the shaker and garnish as desired.
- Encourage guests to pair their martinis with complementary accompaniments from the board.
- Provide cocktail picks or small plates for easy serving.
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So there you have it my favorite new way to create a board for both a martini and garnishes! I absolutely love to do this as a way to elevate any gathering you have coming in the future. It makes for a perfect conversation starter as well. Have you tried a martini board? If so what are some of your favorite pairings? Let me know in the comments below….
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