BHA & BHT Free Classic Gin Martini
Few cocktails carry the same quiet elegance as a properly made martini, and this version is as clean and classic as it gets. The short ingredient list — London Dry gin, dry vermouth, and ice — means there's nowhere for unwanted additives to hide, which is exactly the point. Many bottled and pre-mixed cocktails rely on preservatives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, so mixing your own from scratch is the most reliable way to keep your glass free of those compounds. The technique here matters just as much as the ingredients: a long, patient stir over ice chills the drink without bruising it, delivering that silky, slightly diluted texture that separates a great martini from a mediocre one. A briny olive or a twist of lemon peel finishes the glass with a flourish that feels genuinely sophisticated. Whether you're winding down after a long week or hosting friends, this is the kind of drink that makes the moment feel a little more intentional.
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1 serving
- 2 ½ oz london dry gin
- ½ oz dry vermouth
- ice cubes, for stirring
For serving
- 1 cocktail olive or 1 strip lemon peel, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Chill a martini glass or coupe by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you build the drink.
- 2
Fill a mixing glass two-thirds full with ice. Add the gin and dry vermouth.
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