This $13,000 martini has diamonds in it, shaking and stirring both spirits and wallets

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Talk about raising the bar! Adalina, a swanky Italian eatery in Chicago, has concocted a cocktail that’ll leave both wallets and taste buds shaken and stirred. Its new ‘Marrow Martini’ has been dubbed the priciest martini in the United States, with a jaw-dropping price tag of $13,000.

 

Don’t expect this to be like the usual happy hour special. This sip was crafted by Colin Hofer, who was named Michelin Guide’s 2022 Sommelier of the Year. Hofer’s creation is a sophisticated blend of Clase Azul Mezcal, clarified heirloom tomato water, and a whisper of lemon basil olive oil.

 

 

 

 

 

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The presentation is pure theater. Your drink arrives shrouded in smoke, hidden under a cloche. As the server lifts the dome, a plume of smoke escapes, heightening the mezcal’s natural smoky notes and adding a bit of drama to your dining experience. It’s a multisensory affair that doubles as bragging rights.

 

Yet, the real kicker isn’t in the glass—it’s around your neck. The eye-watering price comes with a dazzling accessory: a 9-carat diamond tennis necklace from Marrow Fine that’s made with 150 diamonds set in 14-karat gold.

 

 

While some might balk at the idea of dropping five figures on a single cocktail, the offering is clearly aimed at those looking for more than just a night out. It’s also for those in the market for some high-end gems, packaging it all into a singular, extravagant experience. 

 

 

 

 

 

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• https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/most-expensive-martini-in-america-found-in-chicago/ 
• https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/the-most-expensive-martini-in-the-us-is-at-a-restaurant-in-chicago-heres-how-much-it-costs/3544437/ 
• https://www.mensjournal.com/news/chicago-restaurant-guest-13000-countrys-most-expensive-martini 

 

 

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