Gin Martini
Vodka Martinis may be popular, but if you want a true Martini it should be made with gin.
June 30, 2020
Gin Martini
Vodka Martinis may be popular, but if you want a true Martini it should be made with gin. Despite vodka's popularity, most cocktail aficionados would agree that the best Martini recipe is a gin Martini recipe. Looking into the history books for the origins of the Martini will reveal a similar story: the earliest recognisable Martini recipes, from Italy and the United States, all call for gin. Favouring vodka over gin isn't the only thing that's changed over time -- early recipes were much heavier on the Vermouth.
Vodka Martinis may be popular, but if you want a true Martini it should be made with gin.
HOW TO MAKE A GIN MARTINI
Vodka Martinis may be popular, but if you want a true Martini it should be made with gin. Despite vodka's popularity, most cocktail aficionados would agree that the best Martini recipe is a gin Martini recipe. Looking into the history books for the origins of the Martini will reveal a similar story: the earliest recognisable Martini recipes, from Italy and the United States, all call for gin. Favouring vodka over gin isn't the only thing that's changed over time -- early recipes were much heavier on the Vermouth.
INGREDIENTS IN THE BEST GIN MARTINI RECIPE
2 ¾ oz Gin
¾ oz Dry vermouth
GIN MARTINI DIRECTIONS
1. Combine all ingredients in mixing glass with ice.
2. Stir.
3. Strain into chilled cocktail glass.
4. Garnish with lemon twist or olives and enjoy.
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