• London Dry Gin
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Or substitute vodka for a Vodka Martini
• Dry Vermouth
  25 ml (0.75 oz)

  Adjust to taste for a wetter or drier Martini
• Orange Bitters
  1 dash

  Optional, for added complexity
• Ice
  1 cup

  For mixing and chilling

• Mixing glass
• Bar spoon
• Jigger
• Hawthorne strainer
• Fine mesh strainer (optional)
• Martini glass

1. 1

   Chill your Martini glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside.

2. 2

   In a mixing glass, add gin (or vodka), dry vermouth, and orange bitters (if using).

3. 3

   Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir gently for 25-30 seconds until well chilled.

4. 4

   Empty the ice water from your Martini glass.

5. 5

   Strain the chilled mixture into the glass using a Hawthorne strainer. For extra clarity, double strain with a fine mesh strainer.

6. 6

   Garnish with a lemon twist or green olive, as preferred.

• Timeless elegance and simplicity.
• Customizable to personal taste (gin or vodka, dry or wet).
• Perfect for special occasions and celebrations.
• Pairs beautifully with appetizers and light fare.
• Iconic appearance—always Instagram-worthy.

The Martini’s origins are shrouded in mystery and debate, adding to its allure. Some believe it evolved from the late 19th-century Martinez cocktail, while others attribute its creation to bartenders in New York or San Francisco. By the early 20th century, the Martini had become a staple of American cocktail culture—its popularity cemented by the likes of F. Scott Fitzgerald and James Bond. Over the decades, it has remained a symbol of sophistication and a canvas for personal preferences.