Citrus-Infused Gin Martini with Olive and Lemon Twist

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A refreshing gin martini infused with fresh lemon oils and garnished with both green olives and a lemon twist for a balanced citrus and briny flavor. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, dry vermouth, green olives for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 165 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 165 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with 1 cup of ice cubes to chill the ingredients well.
  2. Step 2: Pour 3 oz gin and 1 oz dry vermouth over the ice in the mixing glass.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently for 30 seconds with a bar spoon until the liquid is cold and slightly diluted.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Step 5: Garnish by adding 2 green olives on a cocktail pick and twisting 1 lemon peel over the drink to release its oils, then drop it into the glass for aroma and flavor.

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