Classic Martini Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

Make Classic Martini Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Ice

Method

Preparation

Gather all the ingredients: gin, dry vermouth, ice cubes, and your choice of garnish (olive or lemon twist).

Fill a cocktail shaker or mixing glass with ice cubes to chill the drink.

Mixing

Combine Ingredients

Pour 2 oz of gin and 1 oz of dry vermouth into the shaker or mixing glass with ice.

Stir

Stir the mixture gently with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds to chill and dilute the drink.

Serving

Strain

Using a strainer, pour the mixture into a chilled martini glass.

Garnish

Add an olive or a lemon twist as a garnish on top of the drink.

Enjoy

Serve immediately and enjoy your classic martini!