Classic Martini
The Classic Martini is an iconic cocktail known for its simplicity and elegance. Crisp, clean, and endlessly customizable, it’s the perfect drink for any occasion and always sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 ounces gin or vodka
- 1/2 ounce dry vermouth
- Ice
- Lemon twist or olive, for garnish
Instructions
- Chill your martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes or fill it with ice water while you prep.
- Fill a mixing glass or cocktail shaker with plenty of ice.
- Add 2 1/2 ounces of gin or vodka to the mixing glass.
- Add 1/2 ounce of dry vermouth. For an extra dry martini, use less vermouth or just rinse the glass.
- Stir (or shake) the mixture for about 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Strain the martini into your chilled glass, discarding any ice used to chill the glass.
- Garnish with an olive or a twist of lemon peel, squeezing the peel over the drink to release oils if desired.
- Sip and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, chill all ingredients and glassware before making the martini. Adjust vermouth to taste for a drier or wetter martini. Use fresh garnishes for optimal flavor. Try both stirring and shaking to find your preferred texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 martini glass (about 3 ounces)
- Calories: 180
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 0.3
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