How To Make A Martini


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Have some gin, vermouth and garnish with some olive, alas, we have the all-time popular mix alcoholic beverage, Martini. Martini is one of the many favorite cocktails for gatherings and social events. It is one of the basic drinks that is a must when considering cocktails. There are a number of variations in preparing the mix. Learning them will give you a chance to sophisticate your events and in the process, you might invent your own mix. Now let's give it a "shot".

How To / Instruction

Difficulty: Normal
  • Step

    1

    First decide if you would like a gin or vodka martini. Once you have decided, prepare the ingredients you need.

  • Step

    2

    Put some ice into a shaker. Then add vermouth. No more than a shot worth.

  • Step

    3

    For dry martini roll some vermouth around in the glass as well.

  • Step

    4

    Add vodka and stir. Do not shake, it bruises the vodka.

  • Step

    5

    Strain the drink into a chilled glass.

  • Step

    6

    Add olives

Tips and Warnings

  • Add orange bitters.

  • Best served with well-chilled martini glass.

  • Best for parties.