The Martini
★★★★☆ 4.5
Indulge in a Spirit-Forward drink to elevate your Bourbon game
Try this timeless classic cocktail featuring Vodka or Gin, a hint of orange bitters, and dry vermouth for that stiff kick. Impress your friends with your cocktail skills by crafting the perfect Martini. Just follow these simple steps and watch as they marvel at your masterful mixology abilities. Cheers!
— Ingredients
3 oz Vodka or Gin
.75 oz Dry Vermouth
Dash of Orange Bitters
How To Make
01 - Build in Mixing Glass, Rocks Glass
Get your martini glass and mixing glass ready to build. Add the 3 oz of cold Vodka or Gin, 1 dashes of Orange Bitters, .75 oz Dry Vermouth in the mixing glass.
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Chilled Martini Glass
Mixing Glass
Garnish: Lemon Peel & Zest
02 - Swirl & Strain
Swirl with a bar spoon to “easy chill” the ingredients. Strain into chilled glass. Use a lemon peel and zest the top and side of the glass for garnish. Thats it! Sip & enjoy. TIP: You can add some olive juice to make it dirty.
About the Drink
The Martini, an elegant classic from the late 1800s, traditionally features gin, vermouth, and a lemon twist or olive. Vodka later became a popular twist, inspiring endless variations.
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2 oz Spirit
2 Dashes of bitters
Sugar Cube
Additional Tip
Make it dirty by adding olive juice and an olive garnish. Always remember: "One olive for luck, but three for health, wealth, and stealth—your recipe for happiness".
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A gin martini highlights the spirit’s botanicals, while vodka offers a smoother, cleaner taste—your choice defines the vibe!
James Bond’s famous line, “shaken, not stirred,” sparked endless debates on the right way to make a Martini.
The Dry Martini trend began in the 1900s, reducing vermouth for a stronger, more spirit-forward drink.
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