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Martini

A classic and elegant cocktail made with gin or vodka and dry vermouth, perfectly chilled and garnished with an olive or lemon twist.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: International
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces gin or vodka
  • 1 ounce dry vermouth
  • Ice cubes
  • Olive or lemon twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker or stirring glass
  • Bar spoon or long spoon
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Strainer
  • Cocktail glass

Method
 

  1. Chill your cocktail glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice.
  2. Measure 2 ounces of gin or vodka and 1 ounce of dry vermouth using a jigger.
  3. Fill a shaker or stirring glass with ice cubes to chill the drink without diluting it too quickly.
  4. Pour the measured gin or vodka and dry vermouth over the ice and stir gently until thoroughly chilled.
  5. Strain the mixture into your chilled cocktail glass using a strainer to keep ice out.
  6. Garnish with an olive or a twist of lemon peel for added flavor and visual appeal.
  7. Serve immediately while perfectly chilled for the best taste.
  8. Experiment with the gin or vodka to vermouth ratio to find your preferred balance.

Notes

For a drier Martini, reduce the amount of vermouth or rinse the glass with vermouth before adding the spirits.