Classic Dry Martini

Classic Dry Martini

Classic Dry Martini

Sometimes you need to revert to the classics when it comes to cocktails. And nothing beats the Classic Dry Martini.

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How to make a dry Martini?

Classic Dry Martini

Contrary to the direction of the most famous British spy, the Classic Martini is meant to be stirred, not shaken. The cocktail should be crystal clear and cold, meaning no bubbles, froth, or ice pieces. A good rule of thumb is to stir for about 15-20 seconds to achieve a good mixing balance. Get a clean martini glass, chill it and strain the drink into it. Top off the glass with a twist of lemon peel or olives(Whichever you prefer), and your Dry Martini is done.

Ingredients

Making a Dry Martini is simple, even though the ingredients list seems long. For this recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • Dry vermouth
  • Gin
  • Olive or Lemon Peel for Garnish

Normally you can always swap out ingredients in a cocktail, but in this case, not really. Since there are only 2 ingredients, it is quite necessary to have them both. But feel free to dry different brands of Gin as each will have its own distinct flavor.

Equipment

Not a whole lot of bar equipment is needed for this drink. Just have a good quality cocktail shaker and strainer handy and a clean chilled Martini glass.

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Recipe Steps

To make a Dry Martini, put the ice and Dry Vermouth in the cocktail shaker. Add your favorite gin and stir slowly with a cocktail spoon. You want to stir just fast enough to mix well the Vermouth and Gin but not fast enough to cause air bubbles or break off any of the ice.

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Classic Dry Martini

Classic Dry Martini

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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Martini
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 1 Martini
Calories: 180kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ice
  • 2 1/2 ounces dry gin
  • 1/2 ounce dry vermouth
  • 1 Dash Bitters
  • Green olive for garnish

Instructions

  • Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
  • Add all the ingredients into the shaker
  • Stir until well mixed and cold
  • Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  • Garnish with a Green Olive

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Classic Dry Martini
Amount Per Serving
Calories 180
% Daily Value*
Sodium 13mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 1g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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