Begin by chilling a martini glass. Fill it with ice water and set it aside while you prepare your martini.

Chill Your Glass

In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of gin or vodka with 0.5 oz of dry vermouth. Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the shaker.

Mix the Ingredients

Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds if you prefer a shaken martini or stir gently with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds if you prefer it stirred.

Shake or Stir

Empty the ice water from the chilled martini glass. Using a strainer, pour the mixed drink into the glass.

Strain and Serve

Add either an olive or a twist of lemon peel to the drink for garnish.

Garnish

Serve immediately and enjoy your classic martini.

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