Martini Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Chill the Glass

   Place the martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water to chill while preparing the drink.

2. 2

   Mix the Ingredients

   In a mixing glass, combine the gin (or vodka) and dry vermouth. Fill the mixing glass with ice.

3. 3

   Stir or Shake

   Stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds or shake it in a cocktail shaker if you prefer a shaken martini.

4. 4

   Strain into Glass

   Remove the ice or water from the chilled martini glass and strain the mixed drink into the glass.

5. 5

   Garnish and Serve

   Garnish with an olive or a twist of lemon peel. Serve immediately.