Classic Gin Martini
Article & Photos by: allie albanese
Gin plus a hint of Dry Vermouth come together in this classic Gin Martini recipe that tastes like perfection whether you shake it or stir it.
“I’VE NEVER TASTED ANYTHING SO COOL AND CLEAN…THEY MAKE ME FEEL CIVILIZED.”
ERNEST HEMINGWAY, IN REFERENCE TO A MARTINI IN A FAREWELL TO ARMS.
And I couldn’t agree more.
While I have a penchant for creative cocktails, nothing will ever compare to my love of the classics. From Gimlets to Old Fashioneds to Manhattans to Martinis, I mix them, order them, and drink them regularly. For me, the classics will always and forever be the holy grail of cocktails, so I thought it was time I start giving them the attention they deserve here at Parched.
Beginning with the Martini.
To me, very few cocktails compare to a well-mixed Gin Martini. It’s one of my favorite tipples of all time, and a drink that I am very, very picky about. I know how I like them and how I don’t, and I have my preferred recipe down to a science.
But there are a million ways to make a Martini!
Gin, Vodka, dry, dirty, olives, a twist, shaken, stirred, up, on the rocks…just like the endless debate as to who actually invented the Martini, the argument continues as to the “right” way to make one. And my opinion on the matter is this: the best Martini is the one that tastes delicious to you, served in the way that you like it best!
For me, it’s very specifically the following: a lot of Gin, enough Vermouth to taste it, and only Castelvetrano olive juice. What about you? How do you take your Martini?
A writer and photographer, Allie Albanese is the founder and curator of Parched Around the World. Here she seeks to tell stories about the intersection of food, drinks, cultures, and traditions in places near and far.
As the Beverage Director and Head Bartender of a high-volume cocktail bar, Allie spent years honing her mixology skills and learning about the fascinating world of drinks. In the time since, she’s worked as a wine and cocktail consultant for both private and corporate clients, as well as a freelance journalist writing about cocktails, wine, food, and travel for various publications across the United States and abroad.
When mixing a drink for herself, you’ll likely find Allie with a fresh Gin Gimlet or a spicy Old Fashioned in hand!
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Classic Gin Martini
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 Drink 1x
Description
Gin plus a hint of Dry Vermouth come together in this classic Gin Martini recipe that tastes like perfection whether you shake it or stir it.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 oz Gin
- 1/4 oz Dry Vermouth
- 1/8 oz Castelvetrano Olive Juice
- Garnish: Olives (preferably stuffed with blue cheese…)
Instructions
UP:
- Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake until the tin is so cold it hurts to hold!
- Strain into a glass of your choice and garnish.
ON THE ROCKS:
- Combine all ingredients into a mixing glass filled with ice and give a good stir.
- Strain into an empty rocks glass and then add the ice from the mixing glass. (This ice has been “seasoned” with the Gin, so I like to use it in my drink!)
- Top off with more ice if necessary and garnish.
Notes
- For me, there is no substitute for Castelvetrano olive juice when it comes to Martinis! However, use whatever you prefer or have on hand.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: Cocktails
Hi Friends, I’m Allie!
I’m a writer and photographer with a serious addiction to peanuts! Some of my greatest joys in life are my family, big bear hugs, and beautiful skies. Thank you so much for spending time here at Parched Around the World where I look forward to exploring the world together one bite, sip, and adventure at a time!
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