Pescatarian Classic Gin Martini
Few cocktails carry the same quiet confidence as a perfectly made martini. The ratio here — a generous pour of London Dry gin balanced by just a touch of dry vermouth — delivers that signature clean, botanical bite with a silky, ice-cold finish. Stirring rather than shaking is the move, and those 30 to 40 seconds of patient stirring make all the difference between a sharp, well-integrated drink and a watery disappointment. The garnish choice is yours: a briny olive adds a savory depth, while a twist of lemon peel brings a bright, citrusy lift that makes the gin's botanicals sing. This is the kind of drink that feels effortlessly sophisticated whether you're winding down on a weeknight or hosting a proper dinner party. Three ingredients, one glass, zero fuss — and the result is genuinely better than most bars will serve you.
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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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