| IBA official cocktail | |
|---|---|
&sq=&lang=&file=File:15-09-26-RalfR-WLC-0084.jpg) A martini with an olive garnish | |
| Type | Cocktail |
| Served | Straight up: chilled, without ice |
| Standard garnish | Olive or lemon twist |
| Standard drinkware | &sq=&lang=&file=File:Cocktail_Glass_(Martini).svg) |
| IBA specified ingredients† | |
| Preparation | Pour all ingredients into mixing glass with ice cubes. Stir well. Strain into chilled martini cocktail glass. |
| Commonly served | Before dinner |
| Notes | Squeeze oil from lemon peel onto the drink, or garnish with green olives if requested. |
| † Dry martini recipe at International Bartenders Association | |
The martini is a cocktail made with gin and vermouth, and garnished with an olive and/or a lemon twist. Over the years, the martini has become one of the best-known mixed alcoholic beverages. A common variation, the vodka martini, uses vodka instead of gin for the cocktail's base spirit.