Stirred London Dry Gin Martini with Olive Garnish
A classic stirred martini featuring London dry gin and dry vermouth, garnished with briny green olives for a traditional finish. This general-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 5 minutes brings together London dry gin, dry vermouth, whole 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 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.
Ingredients
- 3 oz London dry gin
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- 2 whole green olives
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with 4-5 large ice cubes and pour in 3 oz London dry gin and 0.5 oz dry vermouth. Stir gently with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 2: Strain the chilled mixture into a pre-cooled martini glass.
- Step 3: Skewer 2 whole green olives on a cocktail pick and gently place them into the glass as garnish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stirred London Dry Gin Martini with Olive Garnish take to make?
Total time is about 5 minutes (5 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Stirred London Dry Gin Martini with Olive Garnish?
Refrigerate any leftover stirred london dry gin martini with olive garnish in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stirred London Dry Gin Martini with Olive Garnish?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Stirred London Dry Gin Martini with Olive Garnish for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Stirred London Dry Gin Martini with Olive Garnish?
General cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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