Classic Gin Martini
Elevate your cocktail game with the timeless sophistication of the Classic Gin Martini, a recipe celebrated for its simplicity and elegance. Featuring the perfect blend of 2.5 oz of premium gin and 0.5 oz of dry vermouth, this iconic drink is gently stirred with ice to achieve a crisp, smooth finish. Served in a chilled martini glass, the choice of garnish—a zesty lemon twist or a briny olive—allows you to personalize this refined classic to suit your taste. With only 5 minutes of prep time, this gin martini recipe is ideal for cocktail enthusiasts seeking a quick yet luxurious drink that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet evening, this quintessential gin cocktail promises a sophisticated sipping experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 oz Gin
- 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth
- Ice Cubes
- 1 piece Lemon Twist or Olive
Instructions
Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside.
Fill a mixing glass or cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
Pour 2.5 oz of gin over the ice in the mixing glass.
Add 0.5 oz of dry vermouth to the mixing glass.
Stir the mixture gently using a bar spoon for about 30 seconds until well-chilled.
Discard the ice water from the martini glass to make room for the cocktail.
Strain the mixed gin and vermouth into the chilled martini glass using a strainer.
Garnish with a lemon twist or olive according to your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.0 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 12 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
