Martini Variation

Perfect Martini

Name: Perfect Martini
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 60 ml Gin; 15 ml Sweet vermouth; 15 ml Dry vermouth

Served in a martini glass

Ingredients

60 ml Gin
15 ml Sweet vermouth
15 ml Dry vermouth

Preparation

Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass.

Garnish

Lemon twist

Origin story

The Perfect Martini, featuring both sweet and dry vermouth, is thought to have evolved in the early 20th century as drinkers sought a more complex flavor profile. This variation reflects the cocktail culture of the time, particularly in upscale bars.