This New Orleans-style martini features classics like gin and vermouth, along with an absinthe rinse for extra fun.

But in the case of the dry martini, it's a key recipe in the cocktail world, making gin the star in this iconic libation.

The martini is a subjective drink and everyone has their preference: gin, vodka, both, dry, wet, dirty, shaken, stirred. Below is a fail-safe classic recipe. Put a coupette or other glass of your ...

Then infuse it according to the instructions below and have fun. You can certainly make a standard Martini with it (gin and dry vermouth), but I think it really shines with a touch more richness ...

Add gin, dry vermouth, and orange bitters into a mixing glass with ice and stir until very cold. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Then infuse it according to the instructions below and have fun. You can certainly make a standard Martini with it (gin and dry vermouth), but I think it really shines with a touch more richness and ...