The TMM Journal

Hospitality is inthe details.

Field notes, planning guidance, and hard-won service standards from the people behind the bar at True Mix Masters.

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Drink of the Month

The French Martini

Highlighting the flavors of berries with subtle notes of vanilla, citrus, and spice, the French Martini remains a staple for those seeking a sophisticated yet approachable cocktail. First mixed in New York City in the 1980s, it proves that simplicity and quality ingredients are the true foundation of a great drink.

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