Martini Monday Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

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

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

1
Chill the Glass
Start by chilling your martini glass. Fill it with ice water and set it aside while you prepare the cocktail.
2
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing glass, add 2 oz of gin and 1 oz of dry vermouth. Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes (about 1 cup).
3
Stir the Mixture
Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds to chill and dilute the drink.
4
Prepare the Glass
Discard the ice water from the chilled martini glass. If desired, you can also rub the rim with a lemon twist for added flavor.
5
Strain the Cocktail
Using a strainer, pour the mixture into the chilled martini glass.
6
Garnish
Garnish your martini with either an olive or a lemon twist according to your preference. Serve immediately.