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Vodka Martini

A vodka martini is a classic cocktail made with vodka and dry vermouth, served ice cold in a chilled martini glass, with green olives or a lemon twist.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 255
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 3 fluid ounces premium vodka
  • ½ fluid ounce dry vermouth
  • Ice cubes
  • 2-3 green olives or a lemon twist for garnish

Method
 

  1. Place your martini glass in the freezer at least 15 minutes before mixing your cocktail.
  2. Fill your cocktail shaker or mixing glass with ice cubes.
  3. Pour the vodka and dry vermouth over the ice.
  4. For a stirred martini (traditional method): Stir gently with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds until well-chilled.
  5. For a shaken martini: Secure the top of your cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
  6. Remove your chilled glass from the freezer.
  7. Strain the cocktail into your martini glass, ensuring no ice chips make it into the final drink.
  8. Garnish with either olives (threaded onto a cocktail pick) or a lemon twist, depending on your preference.
  9. Serve immediately while ice-cold.

Nutrition

Calories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 5gFat: 2gSodium: 134mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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