Classic Martini Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Chill the Glass
Before starting the mixing process, place your martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water to chill it. This enhances the overall experience of the martini.
2
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of gin and 0.5 oz of dry vermouth. If you prefer a drier martini, you can reduce the amount of vermouth.
3
Add Ice
Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the top. This allows for proper chilling and dilution of the ingredients.
4
Shake or Stir
Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds if you like a frothy martini. For a smoother texture, stir gently for about 30 seconds.
5
Strain into Glass
Remove the chilled glass from the freezer or discard the ice water. Strain the cocktail into the martini glass using a cocktail strainer.
6
Garnish
Add 2 olives on a skewer or directly into the glass. Optionally, twist a lemon peel over the drink to release its oils, then drop it in as garnish.
7
Serve
Enjoy your classic martini immediately, savoring the crisp flavor and aromatic notes.