Nitrate & Nitrite Free Vodka Martini (Dry)
Classic cocktails are one of those rare pleasures where simplicity is the whole point, and this dry martini delivers exactly that. Vodka, dry vermouth, and ice are all you need — no cured meats, no brined processed ingredients, no hidden preservatives lurking in the mix. For anyone watching their intake of added nitrates and nitrites, that kind of clean, straightforward ingredient list is genuinely refreshing. The technique here is all about the stir: slow, steady rotations chill the drink without over-diluting it, giving you that silky, ice-cold texture that makes a great martini so satisfying. Chilling your glass ahead of time is a small step that makes a noticeable difference, keeping every sip as cold as the first. Finish it with a lemon twist for a bright citrus note or a couple of cocktail olives for something a little more savory — either way, you're in good hands.
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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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