Few cocktails carry the same quiet confidence as a perfectly stirred martini, and this one delivers exactly that — bracingly cold, silky, and just slightly softened by the dilution that proper stirring brings. London Dry gin and dry vermouth are the only spirits at play here, and neither contains rye, making this a genuinely worry-free pour for anyone navigating grain sensitivities. Rye can sneak into unexpected places in the spirits world, but this combination keeps things clean and straightforward from bottle to glass. The technique matters as much as the ingredients: chilling the glass ahead of time and stirring for a full 30 to 40 seconds ensures the drink hits the right temperature and texture without over-diluting. A cocktail olive adds a briny, savory finish, while a twist of lemon peel brings a bright, citrusy lift — choose whichever suits your mood. It's the kind of drink that feels like a small ceremony, and that's exactly the point.
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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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