Low Sodium Vodka Martini (Dry)

Few cocktails are as quietly demanding as this one — and few are as rewarding when done right. The whole appeal lives in the details: a properly chilled glass, a generous stir rather than a shake, and the clean interplay between cold vodka and just enough dry vermouth to add a whisper of botanical depth. Stirring for a full 30 to 40 rotations isn't fussiness for its own sake — it's what gives the drink that silky, almost velvety texture that separates a great martini from a mediocre one. The garnish choice matters too: a lemon twist expressed over the surface adds a bright citrus note that lifts the whole glass, while a couple of briny cocktail olives take it in a richer, more savory direction. Because this recipe calls for no added salt at any stage, it's a genuinely clean pour — just vodka, vermouth, and ice doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Whether you're winding down after a long week or playing host, this is the kind of drink that feels effortlessly sophisticated without requiring a fully stocked bar.

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