Classic Martini
A timeless cocktail made with gin and dry vermouth, garnished with an olive or lemon twist.
5 mins
Prep Time
0 mins
Cook Time
1
Servings
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 oz gin
- 1/2 oz dry vermouth
- 1 dash orange bitters (optional)
- Ice cubes
- 1 olive or lemon twist for garnish
Nutrition Facts
180Calories
0gProtein
1gCarbs
0gFat
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Instructions
1
Chill the glass: Place a martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water to chill while you prepare the drink.
2
Mix the ingredients: In a mixing glass, combine the gin, dry vermouth, and orange bitters (if using).
3
Stir with ice: Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes and stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds until well-chilled.
4
Strain into the glass: Discard the ice water from the martini glass (if used) and strain the cocktail into the chilled glass.
5
Garnish: Add an olive or a lemon twist to the glass for garnish.
6
Serve immediately: Enjoy your classic martini straight up.
Chef's Tips
- Chilling the glass ensures your martini stays cold longer.
- For a drier martini, reduce the amount of vermouth to 1/4 oz or rinse the glass with vermouth before straining.
- Stirring instead of shaking preserves the clarity and smooth texture of the martini.
- Experiment with different garnishes like cocktail onions (for a Gibson) or a twist of grapefruit peel.
- Use high-quality gin and vermouth for the best flavor.
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