Best 7 Classic Dry Martini Recipes

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A classic dry martini is a sophisticated and timeless cocktail that has been enjoyed for generations. Its simple yet elegant flavor profile has made it a staple at bars and gatherings worldwide. Consisting of just a few key ingredients, the art of crafting a perfect dry martini lies in achieving the right balance between the botanical notes of gin, the bracing dryness of vermouth, and the aromatic garnish. In this article, we will explore the secrets behind creating the ultimate classic dry martini, providing you with tips and tricks to impress your friends and elevate your cocktail game.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC DRY MARTINI



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A classic dry martini cocktail made with gin and vermouth and stirred with ice.

Provided by The Editors of Epicurious

Categories     Gin     Alcoholic     Christmas     Cocktail Party     Cocktail     Martini     Drink

Yield Makes 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 4

Cracked ice
2 1/2 ounces London dry gin, such as Beefeater
1/2 ounce dry vermouth, preferably Noilly Prat
Green olive for garnish

Steps:

  • In mixing glass or cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine gin and vermouth. Stir well, about 30 seconds, then strain into martini glass. Garnish with olive or lemon twist and serve.

CLASSIC DRY MARTINI



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Categories     Gin

Yield makes 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 1/2 ounces Beefeater London dry gin
1/2 ounce Dolin Dry Vermouth
1 dash Regan's Orange Bitters no. 6
1 lemon twist, for garnish

Steps:

  • Pour the gin, vermouth, and bitters into a mixing glass. Add large cold ice cubes and stir for 40 revolutions. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with the lemon twist.
  • tasting notes
  • Dominant Flavors: juniper and citrus oil
  • Body: silky texture, clean mouthfeel
  • Dryness: very dry
  • Complexity: medium with many subtle aromatics
  • Accentuating or Contrasting Flavors: slight acidity from vermouth
  • Finish: lingering with citrus oil overtones
  • Glass: cocktail

VODKA MARTINI



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There are endless debates about how to make a martini cocktail. We keep it traditional but disagree with James Bond - serve it stirred, not shaken.

Provided by Jamie Oliver

Categories     Aperitifs     Drinks tube     Vodka     Cocktails

Number Of Ingredients 5

50 ml Grey Goose vodka
10 ml Noilly Prat
ice, cubed
To garnish:
a twist of lemon

Steps:

  • Fill your Martini glass with ice to chill.
  • Pour the Grey Goose Vodka and the chilled Noilly Prat vermouth into a cocktail shaker.
  • Add the ice and stir for 30 seconds.
  • Empty your glass of ice and pour in the drink through a strainer.
  • Garnish with a twist of lemon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 0 g fat, SaturatedFat 0 g saturated fat, Protein 0 g protein, Carbohydrate 0.1 g carbohydrate, Sugar 0.1 g sugar, Sodium 0 g salt, Fiber 0 g fibre

THE CLASSIC GIN MARTINI



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 2

Dry Vermouth
2 ounces gin, chilled

Steps:

  • Pour a little bit of dry vermouth in a chilled martini glass and swirl to
  • coat the inside of the glass. Dispose of excess vermouth. In a shaker full of ice,
  • gently swirl or stir the gin before straining into glass.
  • Serving suggestion: Garnish with olives, lemon twist or cocktail onion and add rocks if you like.

CLASSIC MARTINI



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 3

3.5 ounces vodka or gin
.5 ounces dry vermouth
Olive or lemon twist for garnish

Steps:

  • Pour ice, vodka and vermouth into a glass shaker. Shake and pour into a martini glass. Garnish with olives or lemon twist.

CLASSIC GIN MARTINI



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Enjoy a classic dry martini. This is a good example of how ice is an ingredient in its own right. Take time stirring and tasting it until it's to your liking

Provided by Miriam Nice

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

50ml dry gin
1 tsp dry vermouth
ice

Steps:

  • Put a martini glass in the fridge to chill for 10 mins. Pour the gin and vermouth into a mixing glass or jug filled with ice cubes. Stir with a mixing spoon until the outside of the glass is very cold, then taste to check the dilution. If needed, continue to stir until the martini is diluted and chilled to your liking.
  • Strain the martini into the chilled glass and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Carbohydrate 0.1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.1 grams sugar

CLASSIC MARTINIS



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Shaken or stirred? Vodka or gin? The classic martini can be varied according to your tastes and garnished. Try it with our vermouth-soaked olives. When Martha made this recipe on Cooking School episode 403, she reduced the quantities and made two martinis.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups vodka or gin
1/4 cup dry vermouth
Ice cubes
Cocktail olives, caper berries, or cocktail onions, for garnish

Steps:

  • Shake or stir 1/2 cup vodka or gin and 1 1/2 teaspoons vermouth in an ice-filled shaker. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with olives, caper berries, or onions. Repeat with remaining vodka or gin and vermouth.

Tips:

- For a classic Dry Martini, use a high-quality gin and dry vermouth. - Use a chilled mixing glass and cocktail shaker. - Stir the ingredients gently for about 30 seconds, or until the drink is well-chilled. - Strain the martini into a chilled coupe glass. - Garnish with a lemon twist or olive.

Conclusion:

The Classic Dry Martini is a timeless cocktail that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is a simple, yet sophisticated drink that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are enjoying a night out with friends or simply relaxing at home, a Classic Dry Martini is a delicious and refreshing choice.

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