Martini Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Chill the Glass

   If desired, chill a martini glass by placing it in the freezer for about 10 minutes before serving.

2. 2

   Mix the Ingredients

   In a cocktail shaker, add 1.5 oz of gin and 0.5 oz of dry vermouth. If you prefer a shaken martini, add 1 cup of ice to the shaker.

3. 3

   Shake or Stir

   If using ice, shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds. For a stirred martini, gently stir the mixture with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Strain into Glass

   Remove the chilled martini glass from the freezer and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass, leaving the ice behind.

5. 5

   Garnish

   Garnish the martini with an olive or a twist of lemon peel, depending on your preference.