Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCocktail Garden & KitchenDirty Martini Recipe

Dirty Martini Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Dirty Martini Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Liquor

Garnish

Ice

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chill the Glass

    Place a martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water to chill while you prepare the cocktail.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Shaker

    In a cocktail shaker, add the ice cubes to fill it about halfway.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Pour the vodka, dry vermouth, and olive brine into the shaker over the ice.

  2. 4

    Shake or Stir

    Shake the shaker vigorously for about 15 seconds if you prefer a frothy texture, or stir gently for about 30 seconds for a smoother finish.

Serving

  1. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Remove the martini glass from the freezer or discard the ice water. Use a strainer to pour the mixed cocktail into the chilled glass.

  2. 6

    Garnish

    Add the two whole olives to the cocktail as a garnish.

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