Gin Herb-Infused Martini with Lemon Twist

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A crisp, aromatic martini showcasing herb-infused gin and dry vermouth, finished with a bright lemon twist for elegance. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together herb-infused gin, dry vermouth, 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 140 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: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 140 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with plenty of ice cubes. Pour in 2.5 oz herb-infused gin and 0.5 oz dry vermouth.
  2. Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until the glass becomes frosted and the mixture is well chilled.
  3. Step 3: Strain the liquid into a chilled martini glass.
  4. Step 4: Express the wide strip of lemon peel over the surface by twisting it to release essential oils, then rub it along the rim and rest it on the edge as garnish.

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