Classic Cocktail Recipe
A timeless blend of spirits and flavors.
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Ingredients
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Spirits
Garnish
Ice
Method
Preparation
- 1
Chill the Glass
Place your cocktail glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water to chill while you prepare the cocktail.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 1.5 oz of gin and 0.5 oz of dry vermouth.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes to chill the mixture as you shake.
- 4
Shake or Stir
Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15 seconds or stir gently for 30 seconds, depending on your preference for dilution.
Serving
- 5
Strain into Glass
Remove the cocktail glass from the freezer or discard the ice water. Use a strainer to pour the mixture into the chilled glass.
- 6
- 7
Enjoy
Sip and enjoy your classic cocktail!