The No. 5 Martini Recipe

Cocktail Preparation

1. 1

   Chill glass

   Place a martini or coupe glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes, or fill it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail to chill the glass.

2. 2

   Measure and combine

   In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker filled halfway with ice cubes, pour 2.25 oz Grey Goose vodka, 0.5 oz St-Germain, 0.5 oz Cointreau, and 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice. If you prefer a touch of sweetness to balance acidity, add 0.25 oz simple syrup.

3. 3

   Stir (preferred) or shake

   Stir the mixture briskly with a bar spoon for 20–30 seconds until well-chilled and slightly diluted. If you prefer a brighter, frothier texture, shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds instead.

4. 4

   Prepare garnish

   While the cocktail chills, cut a thin strip of lemon peel and express the oils over the chilled glass by holding it skin-side down and giving it a quick twist. Optionally rub the rim with the peel for extra aroma.

5. 5

   Strain and serve

   Discard ice from the chilled glass (if used). Double-strain the cocktail into the chilled martini or coupe glass using a Hawthorne strainer and a fine mesh strainer to catch any small ice shards or pulp.

6. 6

   Garnish and finish

   Drop the lemon twist into the cocktail or rest it on the rim. Serve immediately.