Martini+Menu



We decided to do a Martini Menu because it was during the start of the prohibition it would be a good representation of the hectic parties Gatsby threw. Most nights Gatsby had lavish parties at his home and there was always dancing and drinking. The martinis in the menu each represent one of the major characters in the book.

Myrtle was killed in a pretty merciless and bloody death, so she would be a Bloody Mary. She also it a fiercely energetic person and therefore that spice comes into play because a Bloody Mary has a considerably kick.

Gatsby is a green apple martini because both are green but the reason for Gatsby is that he is always staring at the green light at the other end of the harbor where Daisy is. Green Apple are deceptive drinks that are both sweet and sour and a bite. Gatsby is a disillusioned man that he can win Daisy over with the wealth he possess. Also the apple can be referred to New York where the whole novel takes place.

Daisy is a Dark Chocolate because she started as this naive and sweet young lady who turned bitter and cynical as she grew older and married Tom but she still holds up appearances in public. Also Chocolate is an indulgence and Gatsby seems to be addicted to her and will do anything for her.

Tom is an arrogant, hypocritical bully. He is a Dirty Martini because he is a dirty person who is not afraid to manipulate and overpower others to get his way. He is racist and sexist, viewing himself and his "kind" as superior to all others. He is also unfaithful to Daisy with Myrtle Wilson. He feels no guilt nor shame for his actions.

Nick is the narrator of the novel and is almost everyone's confident. Everyone confides in him and tells him their ideas and secrets. He is a Mojito because a Mojito is a strong drink and can get anybody drunk and off running their mouths. A Mojito is a drink some people turn to todrown their sorrows. Nick serves the exact same function.

Jordan is a woman who is well-known and popular in the area. She is a Metropolitan because she is seemingly sophisticated and a Metropolitan is a drink almost everyone knows.

George through the whole book is this lifeless person who loves Myrtle. Towards the end of the book he becomes depressed and angry after finding out about her affair with Tom. He wants to take revenge for his dead wife which leads to the death of Gatsby and himself through suicide. George has turned into this bitter person in the end whose heart is broken by his wife through her betrayal.

~Linda Lee