The Martini Spot

The Martini Spot

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  Shaken, Not Stirred

SHAKEN NOT STIRRED: Human invention has launched untold thousands of cocktails, but only one has developed a genuine model standard by which all others are judged. Immune to shifting taste and fashion, the Martini has not only endured, it has prospered. The Martini is an honest drink, tasting exactly like what it is and nothing else. The classic Martini is a no-nonsense drink that, after a sip or two, will make you forget the events of the day and put you in the right mood. But drink too many, and you’re on the floor. It is, in more ways than one, a power drink.

Who invented this drink we now call the Martini? That fact may never be known. Unfortunately history is not as clear as a Martini. But what we do know is that the Martini is a symbol of high status and cool excess and it has been the power drink of the rich and famous: Frank Sinatra, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Richard Nixon, Mae West, Ernest Hemingway, W.C. Fields, Winston Churchill, and of course James Bond.

It’s no wonder that the martini is Bond’s signature drink. James Bond IS the human embodiment of the Martini – refined, dashing, particular, and packs a devastating punch. Shaken not stirred. These three simple words speak volumes about the gentleman-spy. Bond is not only fond of the high life—fast cars, fine food and even finer women—he also realizes that to live life to the fullest, one has to be demanding about the details and extremely precise about one's cocktail.

Today, there are conflicting views as to what qualifies as a Martini and what doesn't. The classic Martini calls for gin, but vodka (Bond's preference) is perfectly acceptable. When ordering, you can also ask for your Martini dry (less vermouth), sweet (more) or dirty (with one part olive brine in the mix). Then there are the fruity and chocolate-flavored variations of the 1990s thought to be imposters dressed as Martinis. But the classic Martini has been an inspiration to these more eclectic Martinis. Like the Cosmopolitan, all have a refined Martini taste but still derive from the classic Martini.

The perfect Martini is all about ratios and ice. For a perfect Martini chill your stemmed glass and shaker in the freezer. Put two hard-frozen ice cubes into your shaker before mixing, add your ingredients and shake about eight times (or should you stir?). Pour through a cocktail strainer into your chilled glass. Garnish with an olive, wedge of fruit, or other item and Voila! Welcome to the world of movie stars, kings, and secret agents!

And what about shaking versus stirring? Followers of Bond’s 'shaken not stirred' motto cite that vermouth and gin blend more smoothly when given about eight, firm shakes in a chilled martini shaker with cold, hard ice. Meanwhile, champions of stirring claim that shaking bruises the gin or clouds the drink with impurities such as shards of ice. A suggestion: go to a bartender you trust, order two Martinis: one shaken, the other stirred—and see which you prefer. It's all about personal preference. As Bond himself would probably tell you, you should know what you want, and not be shy about asking for it. Bond even went as far as to invent his own variation of that Martini: In Casino Royale, Bond tells the beautiful double agent Vesper Lynd about his special Martini made with Gin and Vodka and is suddenly inspired to name it after her. The birth of “The Vesper”.

Martinis are about style, taste and attitude. From the way it's shaken, to the glass it’s poured into, each element adds flavor. Whether you prefer Vodka or Gin, Cosmopolitans or Chocolate Martinis, let your Martini entertain your style!

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  W E L C O M E

Welcome:

Join us every day for top-shelf cocktails and company.

Our upscale lounge features a full bar, over 50 Martinis on the menu and a selection of exclusive appetizers.

We have live jazz every Friday from 9 p.m. to 12 Midnight.

Join us the 2nd Tuesday of every month for our casual and fun wine tastings. Four wines from around the world are sampled each month. Specific info about the coming wine tasting is posted on the Menus & Info page. Write finewineandliquo@bellsouth.net to subscribe to the monthly mailings.

Visit us at myspace.com/themartinispot and add us to your network of friends!

Please note: Smoking is not allowed in any public places within the city limits of Hattiesburg due to a City Ordinance that went into effect on January 1, 2007.

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  S P E C I A L S

Weekly Specials:

CHECK OUT OUR NEW MENUS LINKED FROM OUR MENUS PAGE!!

JOIN US FOR HAPPY HOUR FROM 4 P.M. TO 8 P.M DAILY and ALL NIGHT SUNDAY!

HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS:
$5 House (well) Martinis, $5 House Wines, $3.75 well drinks, $2 Bud Light Draft and Amberbach Draft
** If you work in the Service Industry, bring proof of employment and get Happy Hour pricing anytime!**

WEEKLY SPECIALS:
Monday: BOGO APPERTIZERS! Buy any appetizer from The Martini Spot menu and get a second for 1/2 price!

Tuesday: All well Martinis on the menu $5. Desserts on the menu are 1/2 price!

Friday: LIVE JAZZ from 9 p.m. to 12 Midnight! Open until 2 am.

Saturday: Open until 2 am.

Sunday - Happy Hour all night, 7 pm to Midnight!

SECOND TUESDAY WINE TASTINGS! Join us the second Tuesday of every month as we sample select wines from the U.S. and abroad presented by the Fine Wine & Liquor Loft. Visit our Menus page for a link to more info.

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  H O U R S

Hours:

The Martini Spot is open during the following hours:

MONDAY through THURSDAY: 4 P.M. TO Midnight

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY: 4 P.M. TO 2 A.M.

SUNDAY 7 P.M. TO MIDNIGHT

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  PRIVATE PARTIES

Private Parties:

Book your next private event at The Martini Spot!

We are available for Company Parites - Holiday Parties - Private Parties - Engagement Parties - Bachelor Parties - Bachelorette Parties - Bridal Showers - Wedding Receptions - Baby Showers - Anniversaries - Special Events - Class Reunions or for other approved events.

Please call or send an email to ask for a list of packages or to allow us to create custom pricing for your private event.

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  MENUS & INFO

Menu

Links to our Food and Drink Menus are linked below. Please take a look at all the scrumptuous items we have for you!

There are also links to information about our monthly Wine Tastings, sponsored by the Fine Wine and Liquor Loft on U.S. 98 West in Oak Grove and other news.


Food Menu
Drink Menu
Monthly Wine Tastings
The Martini Spot "In the News"
February 2007 Article by RDB

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  D I R E C T I O N S

Directions:

The Martini Spot is located at 120 Westover Drive in Hattiesburg.

From Hardy Street: If you are driving West, cross over the Interstate 59 overpass. At the next light, turn right on Westover Drive. TMS is one block down on the right.

From Highway 98 West: If you are driving East, just before you get to the Interstate 59 overpass, turn left on Westover Drive. TMS is one block down on the right.

From Highway 49: Take the Interstate 59 exit towards New Orleans. Take the next exit for Highway 98. Head West toward Hattiesburg/Columbia. At the next red lighjt, turn right, at Westover Drive. TMS is one block down on the right.

From Intertstate 59: Take the Hardy Street / Highway 98 Exit. Head West on 98. At the next red lighjt, turn right, at Westover Drive. TMS is one block down on the right.

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  C O N T A C T U S

Contact Us:
The Martini Spot - 120 Westover Drive - Hattiesburg, MS 39402
601.450.1041 phone 601.450.1043 fax

Chris Savarese, Bar Manager
chris@thematinispot.com

Owners
Mike Bird
mikebird@themartinispot.com

Lee RIgdon
leerigdon@themartinispot.com

Lee Rigdon is a LICENSED REALTOR with ASSIST2SELL and can be reached at 601.520.8080.

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