
Few cocktails carry the quiet confidence of a perfectly stirred martini, and this version is as clean and classic as it gets. With just London Dry gin, dry vermouth, and ice, every ingredient earns its place β and not a single one brings along unwanted synthetic additives. That matters more than people realize, since many pre-made cocktail mixes and flavored spirits sneak in artificial dyes to achieve their signature hues. Here, the pale, jewel-like color in the glass comes entirely from the gin and vermouth themselves, nothing artificial required. The technique is just as satisfying as the result: a long, patient stir chills the drink to the perfect temperature while adding just enough dilution to round out the botanicals. A briny olive or a bright twist of lemon peel finishes things off with natural flavor and a little drama. Whether you're mixing for a dinner party or a quiet evening at home, this is the kind of drink that rewards the effort.
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Chill a martini glass or coupe by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you build the drink.
Fill a mixing glass two-thirds full with ice. Add the gin and dry vermouth.
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