Dirty Martini Cocktail
A classic, briny martini that balances gin (or vodka) with dry vermouth and olive brine—stirred ice-cold and garnished with green olives.
Equipment
- Mixing glass
- Bar spoon
- Jigger
- Hawthorne strainer
- Chilled martini glass
- Small bowl for olives and brine
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 2.5 oz gin or vodka
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- 0.5 oz olive brine from a jar of green olives
- ice cubes for mixing
- green olives for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a mixing glass with ice.
- Add gin (or vodka), dry vermouth, and olive brine.
- Stir gently for about 30 seconds until very cold.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with one or two green olives on a pick and serve immediately.
Notes
Keep vermouth refrigerated after opening. Adjust the brine to taste for a dirtier or cleaner profile. Stirring (not shaking) keeps the drink clear and silky; if you prefer extra dilution, stir a bit longer.