Chicken Free Vodka Martini (Dry)
Few cocktails carry the same effortless cool as a properly made dry martini, and this vodka version delivers that icy, spirit-forward elegance with nothing more than a handful of pantry staples. The technique here is everything — chilling the glass ahead of time and stirring rather than shaking keeps the drink silky and crystal clear, with just enough dilution to round out the vodka's edge. Dry vermouth adds a whisper of botanical complexity without overwhelming the clean, crisp character of the spirit. Whether you finish it with a lemon twist that releases a bright citrus oil over the surface or a couple of briny cocktail olives, the garnish transforms the whole experience. This is the kind of drink that feels like a small luxury on a Tuesday evening, and it comes together in under two minutes once your glass is cold. No blender, no mixer, no fuss — just a bar spoon, some good ice, and a little patience.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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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