Herbal Gin-Martini with Lemon Twist

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A crisp and refreshing gin martini enhanced with fresh herbal notes and a bright lemon twist to awaken the palate. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, dry vermouth, fresh 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 "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 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 1/2 oz gin and 1/2 oz 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, ensuring no ice shards remain.
  4. Step 4: Express the oils of 1 thin strip of fresh lemon peel over the surface by holding it skin side down and twisting, then rim the glass with the peel before dropping it into the drink.
  5. Step 5: Lightly slap 1 fresh thyme sprig between your palms to release aroma and place it delicately on the rim as garnish.

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