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By Nycole Sariol Through the iconic doors of one of the most recognized hotels, securing the warm sand that powders the beaches of the infamous shores of South Beach and nestled on the corner of 18th St. and Collins, lies a hidden gem that allures comfort cravers with one swish of your favorite cognac and has been preserving that tradition for over 70 years. Although The Martini Bar in the Raleigh Hotel likes to keep an old-school approach to its warm setting and nostalgic décor, it also takes a modern curve by indulging its guests and local beach residents to a night filled with good company, savory alcoholic concoctions and top-notch customer satisfaction. Every Tuesday The Martini bar tingles our taste buds by providing the best beverages that only the science of mixology can guarantee us with Martini Culture, where the top mixologists of SoBe grace us with their necessary presence and show off two of their favorite signature drinks. Last month, David Ortiz, spirit specialist of Stacole Wines took the stage (or the bar) and didn’t fall short of perfection, sharing with us the night’s favorite – Harvest Moon – a blend of Half Moon Gin, Shrub & co., tart apple shrub, Bittermen’s Hiver Amer Liqueur, lemon juice and topped with powdered cinnamon, making us believe that Christmas had, indeed, come early to SoBe.