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A martini that's a production number---supposedly the original recipe from a storied restaurant---Don the Beachcomber.

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Don the Beachcomber Martini

Pour out capful from bottle of Tanqueray Gin (or Stolichnaya Vodka). Replace gin with capful vermouth. Add lime or lemon peel. Screw on cap; freezer overnight.

Fill empty 1/2 gallon milk carton w/ cold water. Immerse spirits bottle in water. Freezer 2 days. Remove; cut milk carton away. Freezer ice-covered bottle 30 days.

When ready to serve, the martini will be like syrup, and is exquisite.