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Gin Martini Recipe That’s Crisp, Classic, and Always in Style

A crisp and classic gin martini recipe with dry vermouth, stirred to perfection and garnished with lemon or olive. Elegant, timeless, and easy to master.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ ozLondon Dry gin
  • ½ ozdry vermouth
  • Ice cubes
  • 1lemon twist or green olive (for garnish)
  • Optional: dash of orange bitters

Instructions

  1. 1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
  2. 2. Add gin and dry vermouth.
  3. 3. Stir for 30 seconds until well chilled.
  4. 4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  5. 5. Garnish with a lemon twist or olive.
  6. 6. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

For a dryer martini, reduce vermouth to ¼ oz.
Use fresh vermouth—store opened bottles in the fridge.
Avoid shaking to maintain clarity and flavor.
Best enjoyed in the evening, paired with savory bites.

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