CLASSIC MARTINI
Steps:
- Nice Ice, Baby:
- Hold a large ice cube in the center of your palm. Use the back of a bar spoon (really, any spoon will work) to crack it into smaller jagged pieces. Transfer ice to a mixing glass and repeat until you've got enough cracked ice to fill glass.
- A Smooth Mix:
- Add gin and vermouth (it doesn't matter what order). Just like in cooking, you should taste your ingredients separately and try to pair them thoughtfully (see chart at right for other Saunders pairings).
- It's All in the Wrist:
- Bond was wrong. Shaking breaks up the ice, which leads to overdiluted martinis. Some dilution is good; it softens the spirits so you can taste the botanicals, not just the heat of the alcohol. Rapidly stir 50 times- count to 50, for real!-in a circular motion; the outside of the glass will be very cold and frosty.
- No Strain, No Gain:
- Using a Hawthorne strainer, which fits snugly over the top of a mixing glass, or a slotted spoon (in a pinch), strain martini into a chilled Nick and Nora glass. Strain any remaining martini into a "sidecar" (use a minicarafe- on ice, of course), possibly the greatest drinking add-on ever invented.
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Abdullahi Haladu
haladu-abdullahi@hotmail.comI've tried this recipe a few times and it's always come out perfect. I highly recommend it.
Dani Memon
memondani@yahoo.comThis is a great martini recipe for beginners. It's easy to make and the results are impressive.
Tai Rasta Scopion
s_t@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of gin, but I actually really enjoyed this martini. The vermouth and bitters balance out the gin nicely.
MD Ismail Sheikh
sheikh-m@yahoo.comThis is my go-to martini recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
S Jan
s_jan59@hotmail.comI love how easy this martini is to make. It's the perfect drink to enjoy after a long day.
dh mama
m_d99@gmail.comThis martini is a classic for a reason. It's simple, elegant, and delicious.
Granville Andrew
ag29@gmail.comI've been making this martini for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of strong and smooth.
Kyleah Jones
jkyleah23@hotmail.frThis is the perfect martini recipe. It's simple to make and the results are always fantastic. I love the clean, crisp flavor of the gin and the subtle hint of citrus from the lemon twist.
Fika Moni
f-m20@yahoo.comWow! This martini is amazing. It's so smooth and flavorful. I love the way the gin and vermouth complement each other. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Ali Gomez
ga36@gmail.comAbsolutely delicious! I've tried many martini recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of gin and dry vermouth is perfect, and the hint of orange bitters adds a nice complexity. I'll definitely be making this again.