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Cocktail recipe

Vodka Martini Recipe: The Iconic Cocktail

Crisp, chilled vodka, a whisper of dry vermouth, shaken or stirred into a sleek glass—this iconic Vodka Martini delivers timeless elegance with every sip.

4 minEasyMartini glass1 cocktail
Vodka Martini Recipe cocktail in glass with garnish
Total time
4 min
Difficulty
Easy
Glass
Martini glass
Makes
1 cocktail

Build the drink

Method

  1. 1

    Chill a martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water while you prepare the drink

  2. 2

    Fill a mixing glass or shaker with plenty of ice to properly chill and dilute the cocktail

  3. 3

    Add the vodka, dry vermouth, and optional dash of orange bitters to the mixing glass

  4. 4

    Stir briskly for about 20–30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted, or shake quickly if you prefer a colder, cloudier texture

  5. 5

    Discard ice or water from the chilled martini glass and fine-strain the mixture into the glass

  6. 6

    Express a lemon twist over the surface or drop three olives on a pick and serve immediately

The Vodka Martini is a cold, spirit-forward cocktail built with vodka and a restrained amount of dry vermouth.

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Ingredients

  • 2¼ oz vodka
  • ½ oz dry vermouth
  • Orange bitters, optional

Method

  1. Stir with ice until very cold, or shake if preferred.
  2. Fine-strain into a chilled Martini glass.
  3. Garnish with a lemon twist or olives.

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