Almond Free Vodka Martini (Dry)
Few cocktails are as quietly sophisticated as a properly made dry martini, and this version delivers that ice-cold, crystal-clear result every time. The entire drink comes together with just vodka, dry vermouth, and ice — nothing hidden, nothing complicated, and absolutely nothing to worry about for anyone avoiding tree nuts. Stirring rather than shaking is the move here: it keeps the drink silky and perfectly diluted without clouding it up. Chilling your glass in the freezer beforehand is a small step that makes a genuinely noticeable difference the moment the liquid hits the cold coupe. The garnish choice is yours — a lemon twist adds a bright, citrusy lift with that satisfying pinch of expressed oils, while a couple of briny cocktail olives take the whole thing in a savory, classic direction. It's the kind of drink that feels like a reward, whether you're winding down solo or playing host.
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1 serving
- 2 ½ oz vodka
- ½ oz dry vermouth
- ice cubes, for stirring
For serving
- 1 lemon twist or 1–2 pitted cocktail olives, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Place a martini glass or coupe in the freezer for at least 2 minutes, or fill it with ice water while you prepare the drink.
- 2
Fill a mixing glass two-thirds full with ice. Add the dry vermouth first, then the vodka.
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