Classic Dry Martini with Lemon Twist Recipe
A classic Dry Martini is a sophisticated cocktail featuring a crisp blend of gin and dry vermouth, subtly enhanced with orange bitters and garnished with a refreshing lemon twist. This timeless drink is perfect for those who appreciate a smooth, aromatic cocktail with a balanced, dry finish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Stirring
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 ounces gin
- 1/2 ounce dry vermouth
- 1 dash orange bitters
- Garnish: lemon twist
Instructions
- Chill the Glass: Begin by chilling your martini glass in the freezer or by filling it with ice water to ensure the cocktail stays cool.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing glass filled with ice, pour 2 1/2 ounces of gin and 1/2 ounce of dry vermouth. Add a dash of orange bitters to enhance the aroma and flavor complexity.
- Stir the Cocktail: Stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds to properly chill and dilute the drink to the right balance.
- Prepare the Glass: Remove the chilled glass from the freezer or discard the ice water. Strain the cocktail mixture into the glass using a cocktail strainer to ensure a smooth, ice-free pour.
- Garnish and Serve: Twist a strip of lemon peel over the surface of the drink to release its oils, then rim the glass with the peel and drop it into the cocktail as garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use a high-quality gin for the best flavor and aroma.
- Adjust the amount of vermouth to suit your taste; less vermouth makes the drink dryer.
- Orange bitters add a subtle citrus complexity, but you can omit if unavailable.
- Chilling the glass intensifies the drinking experience by keeping the cocktail cool longer.
- Stirring, not shaking, the martini preserves its clarity and smooth texture.
Keywords: Dry Martini, gin cocktail, classic cocktail, vermouth, orange bitters, lemon twist, stirred cocktail