ADVERTISING

Source: Pixabay: stevepb

Perfect Classic Gin Martini Recipe

A well-made martini is like a symphony in a glass, with the flavorful gin, the vermouth, and the garnishing olive orchestrating in harmony.

ADVERTISING

Ingredients

number of servings
1
  • 60 ml Gin (Choose a good-quality, medium-dry gin) Added to
  • 10 ml dry vermouth Added to
  • ice cubes Added to
  • 1 green olive Added to
  • Lemon Peel Twist (Optional) Added to
ADVERTISING

Directions

5 min.
1. Step

Chill your martini glass. This detail might seem minor, but trust me, a chilled glass maintains the cocktail's perfect sipping temperature for longer. Pop it into the freezer about a half an hour before you plan to serve your martini.

2. Step

In a mixing glass, combine gin and vermouth. Over the years, I've discovered that the secret to an exceptional gin martini lies in the quality of these two elements. Opt for premium brands for the best results.

3. Step

Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes, right to the brim. The ice not only chills the ingredients but also helps to dilute them slightly, mellowing the drink and making it smoother.

4. Step

Stir the mixture for about 30 seconds. Refrain from shaking – it would make your drink cloudy rather than translucent. Stir gently, appreciating the art and ritual of creating this classic cocktail.

5. Step

Strain the mixture into your chilled martini glass. Straining removes the ice cubes and prevents further dilution of your cocktail.

6. Step

Garnish with a single green olive on a cocktail stick, or with a twist of lemon peel if preferred. The green olive adds a savory note that complements the gin nicely.

7. Step

Savor this classic cocktail slowly; it's more potent than you might think. The gin martini appeals to the sophisticated palate, offering a perfect balance of bitter, sweet, and savory notes.

The latest recipes

The latest recipes

Reels

New

Top categories

Lunch

3003 recipes

Meals with meat

1669 recipes

Rice

450 recipes

Dinner

2992 recipes

Baking

2338 recipes

Meatless meals

1573 recipes

Drinks

377 recipes

Side dish

1167 recipes

Quick meals

2527 recipes

Breakfast

681 recipes

Brunch

638 recipes