Martini - the classic and elegant symbol of the king of cocktails 🍸🍋✨

The Martini is one of the world's most famous classic cocktails, often called the "King of Cocktails." It's a gin and vermouth base, chilled, stirred, strained over ice, and poured into a chilled martini glass. Garnished with an olive or lemon peel, it boasts a simple yet elegant flavor. This drink is not only a showcase for taste, but also carries with it countless classic scenes from literature and film, making it a must-try in Hong Kong bars and high-end social gatherings.

Martini's classic ingredient ratio

• Gin 60ml

• 10ml Dry Vermouth

• Ice cubes

• Olives or lemon zest for garnish

The traditional method of making a Martini

1. Chill with ice in a blender.

2. Pour in the gin and dry ale, and stir gently with a bar spoon for about 30 seconds to ensure the liquor is evenly chilled and fully mixed.

3. Pour the wine through a strainer into a pre-chilled martini glass and remove the ice.

4. Squeeze the lemon peel to release the essential oils, or garnish with a green olive to enhance the aroma and flavor of the wine.

Taste and characteristics

The Martini offers a cool, refreshing taste, perfectly balancing the herbal notes of gin with the delicate bitterness of dry ale. Its dry, non-sweet body makes it a perfect cocktail for those who appreciate simplicity and refinement. Each sip exudes a rich, complex aroma, leaving behind a delicate layer of flavor and refined taste. Combining power and elegance, it's a classic in cocktail making.

Common Martini Variations

• Dry Martini : The proportion of vermouth is smaller, emphasizing the aroma of gin itself.

• Wet Martini : A Wet Martini with a higher proportion of vermouth and a softer flavor.

• Dirty Martini : Add olive brine or olive juice to give it a salty flavor.

• Vodka Martini : Using vodka instead of gin, the taste is purer.

Editor's experience sharing

• Martini may seem simple, but it actually requires a lot of attention to the quality of ingredients and production details, such as the ice cubes must be fresh and clean, and the stirring time must be just right.

• Although the decoration may seem like a small detail, the lemon oil from the lemon peel and the salty aroma of the olives can bring out the soul of the wine and should never be ignored.

• This wine is extremely popular in Hong Kong and can be enjoyed in social occasions, on dates or alone to show off its unique taste.

• James Bond's famous line "shaken, not stirred" in the movie "007" has made the Martini a legend in cocktail culture.

The Martini offers a great deal of freedom and variation, both in its recipe and its preparation. It's a classic yet innovative, a simple yet refined expression of craftsmanship. For Hong Kong residents, crafting a Martini and experiencing the elegance and flavor of this classic cocktail is a true expression of lifestyle. Cheers! 🍸🍋🥂