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Gin Martini (Classic)

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Contains Alcohol:  Yes
Style: Cocktail
Ingredients: 4

Recipe:
2 1/4 oz Gin
1 oz Vermouth (Dry)
1 lemon twist, for garnish
1 Olive (for garnish)

Instructions

Stir Gin and Vermouth with ice in a mixing glass. Strain into a cocktail glass, add the Olive, lemon twist, and serve. The preparation of a Gin Martini is as much an art as it is a science, and it's often subject to personal preferences. There's a longstanding debate over whether to stir or shake a Martini. Stirring gently over ice chills the drink without diluting it too much and keeps it clear. Shaking it in a cocktail shaker, as famously preferred by James Bond, makes it colder and can introduce a slight cloudiness due to the tiny ice shards.

Gin Martini (Classic) - Summary

A Gin Martini is a classic cocktail that epitomizes elegance and sophistication in the world of mixology. It's a simple yet highly refined drink, known for its crisp, clean taste and strong botanical flavors. The Gin Martini is more than just a cocktail; it's a cultural icon, symbolizing refinement and style. Its simplicity allows the quality of the gin to shine through, while its versatility in preparation means it can be tailored to suit any palate.

This drink style is classified as a Cocktail and is Alcoholic, so drink responsibly! The recommended glass type for this drink is a Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass. We say, feel free to serve it in whatever you have available; it will still taste the same :)

You may also use different variations of the same ingredient. For example, you could change up fruit types or sugar substitutes. Other substitutions would include different brands of liquor. For example, if your drink calls for a specific type of whiskey, you could try using bourbon instead of Irish.

Crafting cocktails should be fun, so get creative and make it your own. Who knows, you might find your next favorite!

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Gin Martini (Classic) consists of 4 different ingredients, although you may not need all of them to make it work. Keep in mind, there are many different flavored spirts and brands, so never feel obligated to use any one in particular. If you don't have all of the below ingredients, you can always get crafty and try your own variations. You might even create your own version that tastes even better. Feel free to share your creations with the Cocktail Friend community!

Here are some of the potential core ingredients you'll want. Each ingredient links to other drinks containing that same ingredient:

  1. Gin
  2. Vermouth (Dry)
  3. Lemon(s)
  4. Olives

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