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Dry Martini

A crisp and elegant gin cocktail with dry vermouth served ice cold.

ginEasy~28% ABV
MethodStirGlassMartini GlassIcenoneGarnishlemon twist or olive
⚠ Contains: 🍷 Sulfites
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • 2Β½ ozlondon dry gin
  • Β½ ozdry vermouth
  • lemon twist or olivegarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Add gin and dry vermouth to a mixing glass with ice.
  2. 2Stir for 25-30 seconds until well chilled.
  3. 3Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  4. 4Express oil from a lemon peel over the drink, or garnish with green olives.
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History & Origin

The Martini evolved during the late 1800s and early 1900s from earlier gin and vermouth combinations. It became a symbol of sophistication and refinement.

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