Martini Recipe

Martini Preparation

1. 1

   Chill the Glass

   Begin by chilling your martini glass. You can do this by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you prepare the cocktail.

2. 2

   Combine Ingredients

   In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of gin or vodka and 0.5 oz of dry vermouth. Make sure to measure accurately for the best flavor.

3. 3

   Add Ice

   Fill the cocktail shaker with ice cubes until it’s about three-quarters full. This helps to chill and dilute the cocktail properly.

4. 4

   Shake or Stir

   Depending on your preference, you can either shake the mixture for about 15 seconds or stir it gently with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds. Shaking will result in a frothier drink, while stirring keeps it smooth.

5. 5

   Strain into Glass

   Remove the ice water from the chilled martini glass and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass.

6. 6

   Garnish

   Finally, garnish your martini with either an olive or a twist of lemon peel. If using lemon, twist the peel over the drink to release its oils before placing it in the glass.