Philadelphia: 2 Restaurants Recognized For Making The Best Martinis
How often do you frequent a bar or restaurant because of one particular drink that they make? Esquire laid out the best Martinis in the country, and two different Philly restaurants were recognized for making the best Martinis in the country. In fact, these two establishments are less than five miles apart.
They are Post Haste, located at 2519 Frankford Ave, and Fiorella, located at 817 Christian St.
When you consider why you visit the establishment of your choice that makes that signature cocktail, a few important details come to mind. First, even though the recipe is no secret, there’s something about this local place that makes it taste and feel like no place else. Even if it’s a special drink mix that no other restaurant has on the menu. You likely tried to make this drink at home yourself, maybe even at a gathering you were hosting, but still, it’s not the same.
How you stir a martini is always important to the final product. So is the chilled temperature, the proportions of drinks, and the twists that make up the special martini. Lastly, don’t underestimate one of the most essential parts of a martini experience—namely, the glass it is served in.
As you know, a martini is meant to be sipped. It looks as fancy and delicate as it tastes. It is usually synonymous with being in the company of others at the table or bar. The martini is simply part of the evening.
For example, former Colts punter and current show host Pat McAfee recently hosted an NFL draft show with Bill Belichick. When he announced this special, he detailed how it came to be over a secret dinner he had with Belichick. The only detail shared was that McAfee drank espresso martinis during the private session. The point here is that this drink was part of the memorable experience that ultimately led to one of his biggest show accomplishments.
Here Are The Best Martinis In Philadelphia
At Poste Haste, it is called the Farmer’s Dirty Martini. It will run you $14 per drink and consists of Seneca Drums Gin, Cherry Tomato Brine, Tarragon, Stone, and Key Vermouth. “When it came time to make a dirty martini, the Poste Haste bar team opted to make a brine from local cherry tomatoes,” Esquire said of this key differentiator.
Then, at Fiorella, the martini is appropriately titled. Here we have the Dirty Pasta Water Martini. This is made of gin or vodka, pasta water, and olive. Perhaps you have a similar question as I. Pasta Water? What?
Well, the Blue Apron explained, “The starchy water helps create smooth, emulsified sauces that are packed with flavor.”
