Martini

Classic | Martini | from Anders Erickson

The Martini is a classic cocktail known for its elegance and simplicity. It is typically made with gin and vermouth, although vodka is a popular alternative. The drink is stirred with ice and strained into a cocktail glass, often garnished with an olive or a lemon twist.

The Martini's exact origins are debated, but it is believed to have emerged in the late 19th century. It quickly became a popular drink among the upper classes and has remained a staple of cocktail culture ever since.

Ingredients

Amount Ingredient Brand
1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml 3 oz / 75 ml 4.5 oz / 112.5 ml Gin Martin Miller’s
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Dry Vermouth Dolin Vermouth de Chambéry Dry
1 to 2 dashes Orange Bitters Regan’s No. 6  

Notes

  • Method: Stirred
  • Pour: Julep Strain
  • Glassware: Martini
  • Garnish: Olive
  • Special Prep: Expressed lemon oil