Throughout June, Art Yard Bar & Kitchen is dedicating an entire month to one of the world’s most iconic cocktails: the Martini.
In collaboration with No.3 Gin, Martini Month is a celebration of craftsmanship, creativity and timeless cocktail culture, culminating on World Martini Day, 19th June. Whether you’re a devoted Martini enthusiast or discovering the cocktail for the first time, join us on London’s South Bank for a month of perfectly chilled serves, artistic inspiration and Martini ritual.
Celebrating the Art of the Martini
The Martini is more than a cocktail. It is a symbol of elegance, sophistication and simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients, it has inspired generations of bartenders, artists, writers and film-makers, becoming one of the most recognisable drinks in the world.
At Art Yard, we couldn’t resist celebrating the “ART” within mARTini.
Set within the creative heart of Bankside Hotel, surrounded by contemporary art, culture and the energy of the South Bank, Martini Month brings together the artistry of cocktail-making with the artistic spirit that defines Art Yard.
Our Martini Collection
Created in partnership with No.3 Gin, our limited-edition Martini menu showcases three distinctive expressions of this timeless classic.
Dry Martini — £17
No.3 Gin, dry vermouth, Choice of olive or lemon twist
The definitive Martini. Crisp, clean and elegantly simple.
Vesper Martini — £17
No.3 Gin, Respirited Vodka, Lillet Blanc
Made famous by James Bond in Casino Royale, the Vesper delivers bold character with a beautifully balanced finish.
Art Yard Martini — £17
No.3 Gin, Lillet Blanc, St-Germain, grape cordial
Our signature interpretation, combining floral notes and subtle fruit character with Martini refinement.
Can’t Decide? Try the Martini Tasting Tray
Our Mini Martini Tasting Tray (£25) features miniature versions of each signature Martini, allowing guests to explore the different styles side by side. Perfect for sharing or discovering your favourite.
A Brief History of the Martini
While the Martini’s exact origins remain a topic of debate, the cocktail emerged in the late nineteenth century and has evolved into one of the most celebrated mixed drinks ever created.
From the glamour of New York cocktail bars to Hollywood icons and James Bond’s famous preference for a Vesper, the Martini has become a global cultural phenomenon. Today it remains one of the most ordered classic cocktails worldwide and continues to inspire endless variations while retaining its unmistakable identity.
Few drinks have achieved such enduring popularity. More than a century after its creation, the Martini remains the benchmark by which many cocktails are judged.
