Martinis, a classic cocktail, are made with vodka or gin and vermouth. Martini drinkers may request the drink dry or extra dry. This refers to the amount of vermouth added, with dry martinis containing a fourth of an ounce of vermouth and extra dry mere drops. It is permissible to omit the vermouth altogether. This recipe is for a shaken martini but it is also possible to serve them stirred by combining the ingredients in a shaker or other container and stirring until combined.
Instructions
1. Place martini glasses in the freezer to chill while you make the martinis.
2. Fill the martini shaker with ice. Add in the vodka or gin and the amount of vermouth desired. Put the lid on the martini shaker and shake until well combined.
3. Remove the martini glasses from the freezer. Carefully pour the martini mixture into each glass. Garnish with an olive per glass. Drink the martini at the speed you feel comfortable. Sip slowly if you're new to the taste and potency of these drinks.
Tags: amount vermouth, martini glasses, martini shaker, with vodka