Classic Dry Martini

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A crisp, elegant cocktail perfect for sipping on a rainy night or pairing with gourmet appetizers. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together Gin, Dry Vermouth, and Olive 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 115 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.

Prep: 10 min Serves 1 Classic Cocktail cuisine 115 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add 2 oz gin and 0.5 oz dry vermouth. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the mixture is chilled and slightly diluted.
  2. Step 2: Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a single olive or a lemon twist, twisting the garnish over the drink to release its aroma.

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