
Few cocktails carry the same effortless sophistication as a properly made martini, and this one delivers that cool, crisp elegance in every sip. London Dry gin brings its signature botanical bite, while a measured pour of dry vermouth adds just enough herbal softness to round things out β no sweeteners, no syrups, nothing extraneous. That matters more than you might think, because plenty of cocktail recipes sneak in honey-based liqueurs or flavored spirits that can quietly complicate things for anyone avoiding it. Here, the ingredient list is refreshingly clean and completely transparent. The technique is just as important as what goes into the glass β a long, patient stir over ice chills the drink thoroughly while adding the right amount of dilution, giving you that silky, almost weightless texture that separates a great martini from a mediocre one. Finish with a briny olive or a twist of lemon peel, and you have a drink that looks and tastes like it came from a serious bar. Whether you're mixing for a dinner party or just unwinding on a weeknight, this is the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again.
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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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