Thursday, June 18, 2009

Flame of Love Martini

Back in the day (before it closed in April, 1995) Chasen's was THE hip restaurant for the entertainment crowd. It was located on Beverly Blvd in Beverly Hills. They served the Flame of Love Martini :

Pepe Ruiz, Chasen's in Hollywood, created for Dean Martin who was a drinker among drinkers.

1/4 oz. Fino sherry
2 oz. vodka
Several peels of orange

Coat the inside of chilled martini glass with Fino sherry and toss out the excess. Flame several orange peels into glass. Chill Vodka and strain into seasoned glass. Garnish with orange peel.

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