Thursday, May 21, 2015

"Mad Men" Withdrawal-- Part 1: Roger Sterling's Martini

From the May 17, 2015, Parade Magazine "Staying Fab After Mad Men Ends edited by Erin Hill.

"From fedoras and mid-century modern to macrame and maxis, Mad Men has showcased 1960s style since it debuted in 2007.  Here's how you can enjoy the Mad Men look even after the Emmy-winning show ends tonight.

Go ahead and cry into your vintage martini glass as we say goodbye to Don Draper and friends on the AMC series' final episode.

DRINKS:  Martinis the way Roger Sterling Likes 'Em.

6 oz. premium vodka or gin
Splash dry vermouth
Olive skewer or twist of lemon peel for garnish

Fill a mixing glass 3/4 with ice.  Add vodka or gin and a splash of vermouth, and stir.  Strain into cilled martini glass
Serve and garnish with an olive, pickled onion or twist.

Recipe from AMC provided by the 21 Club in New York.

How Dry Rog and Don Were.  --Cooter

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