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 ...

It’s not a 50/50 martini or a reverse martini. The “dry” refers to the ratio of gin to vermouth (yes, I do accept the legitimacy of vodka martinis... and you’re welcome to go off and write ...

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 ...

Gin is a neutral ... Bartender's Guide." The recipe is similar to the Manhattan and many cocktail historians consider it to be an early iteration of the classic dry martini. To make a Martinez ...

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.

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