Dry Martini – IBA

Name: Dry Martini – IBA
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: London dry gin — 60 ml; Dry vermouth — 10 ml

A dry and balanced gin cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 37%

Ingredients

~149 kcal per serving

Servings

London dry gin60 ml
Dry vermouth10 ml

Garnish

Lemon twist
Olive

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Stir all ingredients with ice: London dry gin 60 mlDry vermouth 10 ml
Strain into the chilled martini cocktail glass
Squeeze oil from lemon peel onto the drink, or garnish with an olive if requested

History

The Dry Martini rose to icon status as a favorite of writers, movie characters, and power brokers around the world. Stripped-down and crystal clear, it leaves nowhere to hide, showcasing the interplay of gin and vermouth with icy precision. Its minimalism became a symbol of sophistication, control, and ritual for those who appreciate elegance in its most distilled form.