Martini Recipe

Time5m

Serves1

Classic gin or vodka martini, shaken or stirred.

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Ingredients

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1
Shaken Method
For a shaken martini, fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add gin or vodka and dry vermouth to the shaker. Shake well for about 15 seconds until chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with an olive or a lemon twist.
2
Stirred Method
For a stirred martini, fill a mixing glass with ice cubes. Add gin or vodka and dry vermouth. Stir gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with an olive or a lemon twist.