Cocktail recipe
Martini
Cocktail glass · Cocktail · United States (disputed; New York / Martinez, CA)
A cocktail led by Gin, Martini lands dry and is served in a cocktail glass.
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 ozGin
- 1/3 ozDry Vermouth
- 1Olive
How to make it
- Straight: Pour all ingredients into mixing glass with ice cubes.
- Stir well.
- Strain in chilled martini cocktail glass.
- Squeeze oil from lemon peel onto the drink, or garnish with olive.
Story
The dry Martini became the icon of urbane drinking; its exact birthplace is argued from Martinez, California to New York’s Knickerbocker Hotel.
Best for
sophisticated · reflective · dry