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Martini

Gin · Strong

Martini

A classic cocktail made with gin and vermouth, and garnished with an olive or a lemon twist.

Time
5 min
Servings
1
Glass
Martini glass

Ingredients

  • GinGinGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic.60 ml
  • Dry vermouthDry vermouthDry vermouth is a fortified wine infused with botanicals, originating from Italy and France, with a crisp, herbal flavor profile. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Negroni.10 ml

Gear

JiggerMixing Glass

Method

  1. 1

    Combine ginginGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic. and vermouth in a mixing glass filled with ice

  2. 2

    Stir well and strain into a martini glass

  3. 3

    Garnish with an olive or a lemon twist

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