Here’s a classic Martini recipe:
Classic Dry Martini
Ingredients
- 2½ oz (75 ml) gin (traditional) or vodka
- ½ oz (15 ml) dry vermouth
- Lemon twist or green olive for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Fill a mixing glass with ice
- Add gin and vermouth
- Stir gently for about 30 seconds until well-chilled
- Strain into a chilled martini glass
- Garnish with a lemon twist (express oils over the drink first) or an olive on a pick
Popular Variations
| Variation | Notes |
|---|---|
| Extra Dry | ¼ oz vermouth or just rinse the glass |
| Dirty | Add ½ oz dry vermouth + ½ oz olive brine |
| Perfect | Equal parts sweet and dry vermouth |
| Twist | Subtle splash of orange bitters |
Tips
- Stir, don’t shake if you want it silky and clear (shaking creates tiny air bubbles and dilutes more)
- James Bond famously prefers his shaken, though purists debate this
- Always chill your glass beforehand for the best experience
- Choose a quality gin—London Dry styles like Beefeater, Tanqueray, or Hendrick’s work well
