Low Iodine Classic Gin Martini
A perfectly stirred martini is one of those drinks that feels instantly sophisticated, whether you're winding down after a long week or hosting a dinner party that deserves a proper opening act. The beauty of this classic recipe is in its simplicity — just gin, dry vermouth, and ice, stirred until bracingly cold and silky smooth. For anyone navigating a low-iodine approach, cocktails can actually be a minefield of unexpected additives, but this one keeps things clean with just a handful of straightforward ingredients. London Dry gin and dry vermouth are naturally free of the iodine-heavy culprits like dairy, seafood, and certain food dyes that tend to sneak into processed drinks and mixes. The garnish is your call — a briny olive adds a savory edge, while a twist of lemon peel brings a bright, citrusy lift that makes the whole glass smell incredible. Stirring rather than shaking is the move here, giving you that crystal-clear, velvety texture that separates a great martini from a mediocre one. It's proof that the most elegant drinks really do require the least fuss.
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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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