Perfect martini

It is the quintessential cocktail. But for a recipe involving just two ingredients, the debate over its correct preparation is endless. Vodka or gin? How wet? How cold? Shaken or stirred? And should you ever use salt?

Traditional dirty vodka martini. Shaken and served up with stuffed green olives. The dirty martini has to be one of the best cocktails ever.

In this dirty martini, vodka and olive juice pair together perfectly for a straightforward flavor that makes this iconic drink irresistible.

2 · Here are all the best types of martinis! Try everything from the classic dry martini to the dirty martini to fruity flavored vodka martinis.

Here's how to make a classic dry martini: that crystal clear cocktail that oozes sophistication! Gin and vermouth are all you need for this iconic drink.

723 · Vodka Martinis may be popular, but if you want a true Martini it should be made with gin. Despite vodka's popularity, most cocktail aficionados would agree that the best Martini recipe is a gin Martini recipe. Looking into the history books for the origins of the Martini will reveal a similar story: the earliest recognizable Martini recipes, from Italy and the United States, all call for gin. Favoring vodka over gin isn't the only thing that's changed over time -- early recipes were much…

Classic Martini Recipes in an easy to read printable – One Martini

This Lemon Drop Martini is a classic! So simple and easy to make, yet completely refreshing, delicious and perfect!

This Cosmopolitan Cocktail recipe is a classic! It is easy to make and perfect for sipping on with friends or by yourself on a random Tuesday night.