Martini

Instructions

1. Add gin and dry vermouth to a mixing glass filled with ice.
2. Stir for 30 seconds until well chilled and diluted.
3. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
4. Garnish with an olive or a lemon twist.

Notes

The Martini is perhaps the most iconic cocktail ever created. Its origins are debated, but it rose to prominence in the late 1800s. The ratio of gin to vermouth is a matter of personal preference, from a wet 2:1 to an extra-dry rinse. Always use fresh vermouth (refrigerate after opening) and stir rather than shake for a crystal-clear drink.