Chestnut Free Classic Gin Martini
Few cocktails carry the same quiet confidence as a perfectly stirred martini. This version keeps things beautifully stripped back — London Dry gin, a whisper of dry vermouth, and nothing else standing between you and a genuinely elegant drink. The technique matters here: a long, patient stir over ice chills the liquid without bruising it, giving you that silky, slightly diluted texture that separates a great martini from a forgettable one. Whether you finish it with a briny olive or a bright twist of lemon peel is entirely up to your mood, and honestly both are correct answers. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, this recipe is naturally worry-free — every ingredient is straightforward, with zero hidden surprises lurking in a premade mix or flavored spirit. It's the kind of drink that rewards a little attention to detail and tastes like you really know what you're doing.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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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