There are many fine lines in the world of cocktails. One of them separates this drink from the martini. First, peruse the ingredient list:
2½ ounces gin
1½ teaspoons vermouth
3 cocktail onions
Savvy partakers will observe little difference between this recipe and the martini's. The only difference, in fact (besides a subjective interpretation of the ratio of gin to vermouth), is the garnish. Whereas martinis are typically garnished with a green olive, a Gibson is garnished with three cocktail onions.
Does that make a difference? I do believe it does. Just as the gin in a martini imparts flavor to its olive garnish, so does the olive (often marinated in vermouth or brine) impart flavor to the martini. The same is true with the Gibson. And cocktail onions (especially the Mezzetta brand, which I used) are particularly pungent, and strong in flavor. On the surface a Gibson may taste similar or identical to a martini, but trust me: it's all in the finish. Try downing three cocktail onions instead of a single green olive. I guarantee you you're in for a challenge and a treat.
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