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Classic Martini

Classic Martini
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The Classic Martini is the epitome of cocktail sophistication, blending simplicity and elegance in every sip. This timeless cocktail features a perfectly balanced mix of London dry gin and dry vermouth, chilled and garnished with a lemon twist or olive for a crisp, refreshing experience. Whether you prefer it dry, wet, shaken, or stirred, this recipe delivers a smooth, refined drink ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 ounces London dry gin
  • 1/2 ounce dry vermouth
  • Fresh cold ice
  • Lemon twist or green olive (for garnish)
  • Optional: A dash of bitters

Instructions

  1. Chill Your Glass: Place your martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water to chill it thoroughly, ensuring the drink stays crisp longer.
  2. Mix the Gin and Vermouth: In a mixing glass filled with fresh ice, pour 2 1/2 ounces of gin and 1/2 ounce of dry vermouth. Adjust the vermouth amount to your preferred dryness or wetness.
  3. Stir or Shake: Stir gently with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds to chill and slightly dilute. Alternatively, shake vigorously with ice for 10-15 seconds for a frothier texture.
  4. Strain into Glass: Remove ice from your chilled glass and strain the cocktail mixture carefully to avoid ice shards.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Add a fresh lemon twist or a green olive to garnish, adding citrus brightness or savory saltiness respectively. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use high-quality, fresh spirits and vermouth for the best flavor.
  • Measure vermouth carefully; it should enhance but not overpower the gin.
  • Keep all ingredients and tools cold to maintain the cocktail’s crispness.
  • Stirring yields a cleaner, silkier martini; shaking creates a frothier texture.
  • Experiment with garnishes like cocktail onions or olives to personalize your drink.

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