VodkaDry vermouth
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Vodka Martini

Made with vodka and vermouth, served in a cocktail glass.

Ingredients for one drink
75 ml / 2 1/2 ozVodka
15 ml / 1/2 ozDry vermouth
9 gOlives
300 gIce cubes

Method

  1. Pour vodka and dry vermouth into a mixing glass filled with ice cubes.
  2. Stir the mixture well until thoroughly chilled.
  3. Strain the contents into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with an olive and serve.

About the Vodka Martini

The Vodka Martini is a dry, short drink that belongs to the sour cocktail family. It combines vodka and dry vermouth to create a strong, straightforward alcoholic beverage with a clean taste. The olive garnish adds a subtle savory note to the crisp, spirit-forward profile.

Vodka Martini
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