The Perfect Martini Recipe: Cheers To The New Year

The recipe for a perfect martini is a matter of personal preference, but here is a classic recipe that you can use as a starting point:

Ingredients:

• 2.5 ounces gin

• 1 ounce dry vermouth

• Optional: a few drops of orange bitters

Instructions:

1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.

2. Add the gin and vermouth to the mixing glass.

3. Optional: add a few drops of orange bitters.

4. Stir the ingredients together for 30 seconds to a minute, until the outside of the mixing glass becomes frosty.

5. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.

6. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel or an olive, if desired.

Some variations on this recipe include using vodka instead of gin, or adding a splash of brine from a jar of olives for a "dirty" martini. You can also experiment with different ratios of gin to vermouth to find the perfect balance for your taste. And do drink responsibly.