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Martini

A citrusy and bitter sour built around gin, with the classic proportions and service that make the Martini endure.

“Sweetheart, serve the Martini cold enough to silence anyone with an unnecessary opinion.”
Martini cocktail served in a chilled martini glass with lemon twist or olive

WHY THIS DRINK WORKS

The Martini works because gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters meet in deliberate proportion. Keep the method built, use fresh ice, and give the final garnish enough attention to finish the aroma without distracting from the drink.

Makes1 cocktail
Time5 minutes
GlassChilled Martini glass
FinishLemon twist or olive

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 oz gin
  • 1/2 oz dry vermouth
  • 1 optional orange bitters
  • 1 lemon twist or olive

Make it

  1. Stir gin and vermouth with ice until very cold.
  2. Strain into a chilled coupe or Martini glass.
  3. Garnish with lemon twist or olive.

Behind the bar

  • Chill the serving glass while you prepare the drink.
  • Taste balance depends on fresh citrus and accurate measurements.

KEEP THE BAR OPEN

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