This Massachusetts Bar Makes One Of The Best Martinis In The U.S.
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 the Peruvian Massachusetts restaurant was recognized for its special drink concoction.
La Royal in Cambridge is the local establishment that is stirring this drink. 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 likely 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. In addition, 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 are 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 of bar. The martini is simply part of the evening.
For example, former Colts punter and current show host Pat McAfee recently hosted a 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’s One Of The Best Martinis That Is Made At La Royal
It is simply called the “Pisco Martini.” It is listed under the cocktails portion of the menu, where you will find 12 high-end drinks.
The Pisco Martini is made up of horseradish-macerated pisco, dry vermouth, and an olive. It’s clear in color, minus the olive garnish.
“Pisco is technically and unaged brandy obtained from the distillation of recently fermented Peruvian grape musts and juices,” TASTE cocktails explains. Esquire explained La Royal’s version of the martini by saying, “It’s earthy, spicy and deliciously strange.”
La Royal in Cambridge is open seven days per week for dinner hours only, starting at 5 PM. The restaurant is located at 221 Concord Ave.
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Leone's - Somerville
Leone’s Pizza and Sub has been family-owned and operated since 1954. They are located right on Broadway and open seven days per week, from 8 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. Their Sicilian pizza is the standard menu option here. It is available by the slice, in a half tray or full tray. The whole tray also comes in two boxes (16 slice) and costs $40. Their Sicilian pies also come in a tomato basil option and a spinach and garlic. Leone’s sub menu contains over 30 options. This includes a fried meatball sub.
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Pino's Pizza - Brighton
Right in the heart of Cleveland Circle, Pino’s is a fan-favorite of Boston College students. Though the crust is a perfect combination of pillow and crunch, the secret here is actually in the sauce. Pino’s describes it as “delicious, garlicky tomato sauce with in-house seasoning, cooked on a pan.” $20 gets you nine Sicilian slices at Pino’s. If you want to add variety to your order, they also have alfredo pies, white pies, and buffalo chicken. Like Pinocchio’s, Pino’s stays open until the early morning hours on the weekend to help accommodate the college crowd.
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