Classic Citrus Gin Martini

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

A crisp and elegant martini highlighting the bright botanicals of gin with a zesty lemon twist. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together London dry gin, dry vermouth, and lemon peel 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 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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.

Ingredients

• 2.5 oz London dry gin
• 0.5 oz dry vermouth
• 1 strip lemon peel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2.5 oz of London dry gin and 0.5 oz of dry vermouth.
2. Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill the mixture without diluting.
3. Step 3: Strain into a chilled martini glass using a Hawthorne strainer.
4. Step 4: Express the oils of a wide lemon peel strip over the surface by holding it skin-side down and twisting to release the citrus aroma.
5. Step 5: Rim the glass with the peel and rest it elegantly on the edge as garnish.