Classic Martini Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

Gin and vermouth with an olive

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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 and letting it sit while you prepare the drink.
2
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing glass, combine 2 ounces of gin and 1 ounce of dry vermouth. Fill the mixing glass with ice to the top.
3
Stir the Mixture
Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds. This chills the drink and dilutes it slightly.
4
Strain into Glass
Empty the ice water from your chilled martini glass. Using a strainer, pour the mixed drink into the glass.
5
Garnish
Place a single olive in the drink for garnish. You can also add more olives or a twist of lemon if desired.
6
Serve
Your classic martini is now ready to be served. Enjoy responsibly!