Martini
Gin · Coupe
The king of cocktails, a perfect balance of gin and dry vermouth. Originally created in the 1860s, this elegant drink epitomizes sophistication and has countless variations.
| Glass | Coupe |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 28% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | dry, botanical, elegant, classic |
Ingredients
- Gin2.5 oz
- Dry Vermouth0.5 oz
- Lemon Peel1 piece
Method
- Add gin and dry vermouth to mixing glass with ice
- Stir until well chilled
- Strain into chilled coupe or martini glass
- Garnish with lemon twist or olives
Pro Tips
- Dry vs wet is about vermouth ratio — 6:1 for dry, 2:1 for wet. Churchill-dry is vermouth-adjacent.
- Stir 30 seconds minimum — you need dilution AND temperature drop.
- Freeze the gin OR the glass, never both — you need some water from ice for proper texture.