Classic Martini Recipe

Classic Martini Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Glass

   Chill your martini glass by filling it with ice water or placing it in the freezer for a few minutes.

2. 2

   Mix the Ingredients

   In a mixing glass, add 2 ounces of gin and 1 ounce of dry vermouth.

3. 3

   Add Ice

   Fill the mixing glass with about 5 ice cubes to chill the mixture.

4. 4

   Stir the Mixture

   Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled.

5. 5

   Strain into Glass

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

6. 6

   Garnish

   Garnish with an olive by placing it on a cocktail pick and adding it to the glass. Optionally, you can add a lemon twist for extra flavor.