A drink with something in it

There is something about a Martini, A tingle remarkably pleasant; A yellow, a mellow Martini; I wish I had one at present. There is something about a Martini, Ere the dining and dancing begin, And to tell you the truth, It is not the vermouth I think that perhaps it's the gin. Ogden Nash

The violet hour, the hour of hush and wonder, when the affections glow again and valour is reborn. DeVoto, The Hour

Of all of the gin joints in all of the cities in the entire world, you happen to stumble into ours. Here we present a selection of libations based around the most iconic of drinks, the Martini, designed for every hour of the day. All drinks are served with the juicy juniper notes and delicious botanicals of Tanqueray 10, without exception. Contrary to the earlier comments of Mr Nash, we believe the vermouth to be critical, which is why we offer a choice of several, all from the fridge. Please note there are already enough kangaroos1 in Australia, and whilst cocktail geek snobbery hasnt affected us yet, we trust you will trust a bartender. With regret, some drinks may be unavailable at certain times, particularly during peak service periods. For this we apologise in advance.

Kangaroo slang for a vodka martini, popularised in New York, and called so due to the kick.

8 AM Espresso, Martini Pass the Martinis, darling, I need breakfast Nora (Myrna Loy) to Nick (William Powell) The Thin Man, 1934. A Nick and Nora Martini, served en coup, garnished with either a twist or an olive, with an espresso and newspaper as accompaniments. No Dick Bradsell2 inspired shenanigans here, although no doubt he would approve. 9 AM Jet Setter History shows that good bartenders have been sent by their patrons around the world, in order that the drinks be served just right.3 After lengthy consultation with you, we fly first class to any destination on earth, with all tools and only the finest equipment necessary to create martinis just the way you like. Please note that a suitable notice period is required. P.O.A. 10 AM Hemmingway The man is best known for his healthy consumption of Daiquiris, but legend has it he also inspired a Martini. If he was to be found awake at this hour, no doubt he would enjoy this tipple served 15:1,4 his mock reference to WWII General Montgometorys preferred number of troops before engaging the Germans in battle. 11 AM Bling Bling Martini There has been a dearth of drinks created tilting at the title of the worlds most expensive, usually garnished with jewellery and containing rare cognacs and champagne. Whether this results in a drink which is worth the outlay is debatable. Served Capote style,5 with class not ass. 12 PM 3 Skewered Martini Lunch A reference to times when greed was good, and the business lunch was tax deductable. Ended by (insert ) but recreated by the rambutan team for those with a sense of nostalgia. Martini, garnished with Pla Dhib sashimi style kingfish and salmon. Gordon Gecko approved.6

The man who is credited with the creation of the modern classic, the Espresso Martini, at a bar called Pharmacy in London, for Kate Moss.
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Drinks are often expressed as ratios, here 15 refers to the number of parts gin, and 1 to the vermouth. In reference to the iconic novel, and later film, Breakfast at Tiffanys, and the authors noted sense of irony and social comment. 6 Main character in the movie Wall Street

1 PM Breakfast Created by legendary London Bartender, Salvatore Calabrese, with marmalade and garnished with toast, this one has undergone the standard rambutan reinvention. Served at 1 PM, as this is when the creatures of the night wake, and need to revive the corpse again. 2 PM You Only Live Twice A martini list is nothing without a reference to the man who popularised the drink, and in doing so committed a litany of crucifiable sins; Mr Bond. James Bond. This is the only movie where he orders his martini stirred,7 and should Mr Bond be reincarnated, we offer him this tipple guaranteed to ensure safe passage to the afterlife. With gin, no less. 3 PM Martinis the Malcom Frazer Way. With a swig of gin removed unceremoniously from the bottle, and replaced with vermouth, then chilled in the freezer for an hour. Served with frozen glassware, and all necessary accompaniments. Notice period required. 4 PM Ma Tea Ni Based upon the creation of Audrey Saunders, libation goddess at Pegu Club, New York, and reinterpreted by the rambutan team with our usual oriental spin on things. Tea Tincture, Gin, lemon,8 and a dash of vanilla with natural emulsifiers, served in fine porcelain. 5 PM Credit Card Crunch Talk of finances destroys the bonhomie in a room worse than an actual market plunge. Provide us with your credit card9, so we may flash blend it with gin and vermouth, with a healthy amount of bitters, double strain it and serve it on the rocks. Guaranteed to remove any thoughts of impending doom and gloom, and ensure your financial status remains sound. 6 PM Epicurean Martini Hour. Tailor made to your preference, with or without bitters, to preferred ratios, and accompanied by your choice of garnish. Prepared tableside in a pitcher ala The Savoy10, by a bartender decked in full regalia, and with a canap included.

Thanks to Roald Dahl, who wrote the script. Stirring is the rambutan preferred methodology, if shaken, the drink becomes a Bradford, according to Mr Embury. References to Toronto studies, the British Medical Journal, and the anti oxidant benefits of shaking the drink can be discussed but we dont want science meddling too much with our martini. 8 The acceptable garnish for tea. 9 Black Amex preferred. 10 As it once was. Refurbishments and redecoration has occurred, and there is some uncertainty as to whether they will regain

7 PM Rambutin Signature Serve Essence of Rambutan melded with Tanqueray 10, a touch of liqueur and vanilla for both balance and distinction, garnished with a lavender lollipop to compliment the botanical bouquet. 8 PM Molecular Marriage Martini Gin and Vermouth, the most beautiful of marriages. Alas, also the most short lived. DeVoto, ibid. Utilizing contemporary trends to deconstruct even the most venerable of classics, and Japanese ice techniques, sees a house made vermouth, bitters, and botanical infused sphere of ice placed in a cocktail glass and topped with a long pour of the finest. 9 PM Churchill Whilst Winston decreed that a bow in the direction of France was the sufficient amount of vermouth required, we offer our blood, sweat and tears with a touch of Pernod instead, referencing his love of Cigars and Scotch with a smoky rinse and his signature smoke on the side. Abates black dogs, and ensures you will be fighting on the beaches. 10 PM That Coconut Drink Our fans demand drinks served in coconuts, so this is our tribute to you all albeit less Gin Palace, more Royal Yacht Club. Still with your favourite flaming garnish! 11 PM Mistaken Identity An inverse martini, where the standard 6:1 ratio is replaced with a large measure of Lillet Blanc and a dash of gin. No bartender mistake, this is the answer for those who are a touch confused. 12 AM Hall of Flame He wheeled out the little rolling-table that held his supply of liquor, selecting vermouth, gin, and absinthe for a proper stimulant. F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Beautiful and the Dammed.

As Robert Frost muses, some say the world will end in fire, some say the world will end in ice. From what weve tasted of desire, we favour those who side with fire. Vermouth washed balloon blazed with absinthe and gin, a dash of bitters, some botanicals and lemon zests. A winter warmer inspired by Jerry Thomas, the patron saint of Bartenders, and a piece of performance art worth witnessing, and honouring the inclusion of Tanqueray 10 in the San Francisco Spirit Hall of Fame.

1 AM - DIY Martini Somewhat surgical, we let you concoct things as you see fit by placing the debate as to what is best in your hands. Ice, shaker, spirits, garnishes and accoutrements supplied. Inspired by, and with thanks to our IKEA assembling Doctor. 2 AM Nuevo Prohibition Thanks to s53 E of the Liquor Act NSW (2007) you can have a taste of what things were like during Prohibition! 1 shot, stirred with a glowing Blue Light baton, served up in a plastic glass and topped with your choice of mixer. Glory Days! Tim Wastell, a bartending compatriot once mused what a Tanqueray 10 martini in a plastic glass would be like, please let him know that we have the answer. 3 AM Old Mother Hubbards Cupboard The house party drunkard went to the cupboard, to fix the masses a martini, Out of ice, he found spice, a few things he thought nice, Perhaps Ill make a Bellini. In his haze hed produced something obtuse, but it certainly said Sir please drink me. Random selections of ingredients close at hand, with a healthy dosage of gin. Named especially for you, with the suffix martini, in the contemporary manner. 4 AM Foley St Special 6 Parts English Gin Lane Tradition, 2 Parts Sydneys Mean Streets of the 1920s. A razor gang special ensuring Mothers ruin. 5 AM Porn Star Mirror Mirror on the wall, Is this the dirtiest of them all? Shaken to some banging hard house, and with a side of liquid Charlie, give us a rating from Missionary to Two Girls one Cup. It had to be done. 6 AM Pistols at Dawn We dont bring knives to a gun fight. None of this Adrian Ferreria Mojito (1998)11 inspired hootenanny here. Served locked and cocked in a holster of crushed ice, ready to slay cowboys.

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An interpretation of a Mojito, served in a perfume dispenser, whereby the guest would spray the drink into their mouths. Served at El Bulli restaurant, Spain.

7 AM 8612 Martini Sometimes I drink to create the illusion that I might be alive Checkov, Uncle Vanya. No bizarre historical martini reference as to when something was first put in print here. If you want a martini at time like this, expect something along these lines. Garnished with a smile, or a scorn, whichever comes easier.

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A popular term of bar parlance amongst staff, the meaning of which is not revealed to its guests.