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Martini

by Colleen Graham
One of the first recipes any bartender needs to learn. The classic martini is an excellent place to begin building a martini repetoire. While the traditional way to mix a Martini is to stir the ingredients in a mixing glass many people prefer their's shaken instead, so it is a good idea to ask "Shaken or Stirred?".

Many other drinks are referred to as a Martini. Although this recipe is the original, we must go along with society in some respects and here are more of those Martini recipes.

View Video: The Modern Martini

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 1/2 oz gin
  • 1/2 oz dry vermouth
  • 1 green olive or lemon twist for garnish

PREPARATION:

  1. Pour the ingredients into a mixing glass with ice cubes.
  2. Stir well.
  3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with the olive or lemon twist.

There are many variations on the classic martini that are a personal preference:

  • Dry Martini- Traditionally uses French vermouth, however recent trends define a Dry Martini as using little or no vermouth.
  • Bone Dry or Desert Martini- No vermouth.
  • Gibson- Garnish with a cocktail onion.
  • Perfect Martini- Use equal parts of sweet and dry vermouth.
  • Dirty Martini- Add a small amount of olive brine.
  • 50-50-Use equal parts of gin and dry vermouth.
  • Vodka Martini- Replace gin with vodka for a nice alternative.
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