Dry Martini

Cocktail avec alcool

Catégorie : Alcoolisé

Ingrédients

1 de olive
12 cl de gin
2.50 cl de vermouth dry
1 zeste de citron
glaçons

Préparation

Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes. Add the vermouth and gin. Shake vigorously and serve with an olive on a pick and a lemon twist for garnish.

Histoire

The Dry Martini, often simply called a Martini, is one of the most iconic cocktails in bar culture. Its origins date back to the late 19th century, at a time when gin- and vermouth-based cocktails were becoming popular in the United States. It likely descends from the Martinez, an earlier cocktail combining gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and bitters, although the exact lineage remains debated by historians.

The dry version emerged as dry vermouth gradually replaced sweet vermouth, reflecting changing tastes toward cleaner, less sweet drinks. The Dry Martini took shape in the early 20th century as a mix of gin and dry vermouth, served very cold with ice cubes, then strained into a cocktail glass. The addition of an olive became one of the most classic garnishes, while a lemon twist is also traditional, adding a brighter aromatic note.

Its reputation grew especially during the interwar period and the postwar years, when it became a symbol of elegance and restraint. The Martini has been adapted in countless proportions, from very dry to softer styles, but its structure remains based on the balance between the character of the gin and the subtle presence of vermouth. This apparent simplicity, combined with a strong cultural legacy, explains why it remains a major classic of mixology.