Classic Martini Recipe

Inspired by Lila's

Time10m

Serves1

Make Classic 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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1
Chill the Glass
Begin by chilling your martini glass. You can do this by filling it with ice water while you prepare the drink.
2
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing glass, add the gin and dry vermouth. Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes.
3
Stir
Stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled.
4
Strain
Empty the ice water from your martini glass and strain the mixed drink into the glass.
5
Garnish
Garnish with either an olive or a twist of lemon peel.