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$4.76
cost
220
cal
34.3%
ABV
3/5
NA score
2.28
std drinks
2.5g
sugar
Martini (Dry)
The king of cocktails, distilled to its essence
The Recipe
- London Dry Gin75 ml
- Dry Vermouth15 ml
Glass
Coupe or Martini glass
Garnish
Lemon twist or olive
Difficulty
Easy
Flavor Profile
The Story
The exact origin of the Martini is one of the great mysteries of cocktail history. It may descend from the Martinez of the 1860s, or the Marguerite Cocktail of the 1890s. What is certain is that by the early 1900s, the dry gin Martini had established itself as the definitive cocktail of sophistication.
Bartender Notes
"Temperature is everything. Your gin should be room temperature but the glass and the stir should be ice-cold. The ratio of gin to vermouth is deeply personal — find yours and own it."
Preparation
- 1Chill a coupe or Martini glass in the freezer for at least 10 minutes.
- 2Add gin and vermouth to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- 3Stir for 30-40 seconds — the Martini must be bracingly cold.
- 4Strain into the chilled glass.
- 5Garnish with a lemon twist or olive.
Notable Variations
- Dirty Martini (with olive brine)
- Gibson (pickled onion garnish)
- Vesper (gin, vodka, and Lillet)
Cost
Cost Breakdown
Pour cost
$4.76
Bar price
$13–$16
You save
$8.24
| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| gin | 2.5 oz | $2.17 |
| dry vermouth | 0.5 oz | $0.20 |
| orange bitters | 1 oz | $2.40 |
| Total pour cost | $4.76 | |
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Calories
220
Sugar
2.5g
ABV
34.3%
Std drinks
2.28
| Ingredient | Calories | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| gin | 160 | 72.7% |
| orange bitters | 42 | 19.1% |
| dry vermouth | 18 | 8.2% |
Carbs: 2.5g
Alcohol: 32g
Volume: 4 oz
Zero-Proof
Non-Alcoholic Version
Original cost
$4.76
Zero-proof cost
$4.28
| Original | Replacement | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| gin | Seedlip Garden 108(Seedlip) | $3.49 |
| dry vermouth | Lyre's Aperitif Dry(Lyre's) | $0.68 |
| orange bitters | Kept | $0.12 |
Flavor notes
Bitters stay at a trace level for aroma and structure rather than full proof impact.
Pairs Well With
Common Questions
- What ingredients do I need for a Martini (Dry)?
- 2.5 oz gin, 0.5 oz dry vermouth, 1 oz orange bitters.
- How much does a Martini (Dry) cost to make at home?
- The estimated pour cost for a Martini (Dry) is $4.76 using standard US retail bottle prices.
- How many calories are in a Martini (Dry)?
- A Martini (Dry) has approximately 220 calories, with 34.3% ABV and 2.5g of sugar.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic Martini (Dry)?
- Yes — the Martini (Dry) has a convertibility score of 3/5. The zero-proof version costs approximately $4.28.