
Few cocktails are as quietly elegant as a properly made dry martini, and this version is stripped down to exactly what matters: good vodka, a whisper of dry vermouth, and a glass cold enough to make you pause before the first sip. The technique here is all about the stir โ 30 to 40 steady rotations chill the drink without over-diluting it, giving you that silky, almost viscous texture that separates a great martini from a forgettable one. Chilling the glass in the freezer beforehand is a small step that makes a genuinely noticeable difference, keeping every sip as cold as the first. The garnish choice is yours: a lemon twist adds a bright, citrusy lift when you express the oils over the surface, while a couple of briny cocktail olives take the whole thing in a savory, classic direction. With just three core ingredients, there's nothing hidden here โ no syrups, no infusions, no mystery additions โ so it's naturally free of tree nuts and any of the allergen concerns that can sneak into more elaborate cocktails or pre-made mixes. It's the kind of drink that rewards a little attention to detail and tastes like you know exactly what you're doing.
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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.
Fill a mixing glass two-thirds full with ice. Add the dry vermouth first, then the vodka.
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