Sybo
Jim
When I read/ hear stories like this I am jealous (in just a teeny way) I cannot even have one…. I won’t stopThe classic recipe for a martini is 2/3 gin, 1/3 dry vermouth, and a splash of bitters, served with either a lemon twist or olives. But the recipes vary; I use 1/6 dry vermouth (usually Dolin), and 5/6 gin (Hendricks, sometimes Monkey 47 if I want to get really fancy). I like the variety in Bittermen's bitters. I've also garnished the drink with the combination of an olive and a hot pepper (I know, bad me, I am a sucker for spicy).
I have one of those Japanese measuring jiggers with interior markings so I can be precise.
Speaking only for myself, a vodka 'martini' is doesn't qualify as a martini. But I know lots of martini drinkers who order vodka martinis. Sometimes I even refrain from lecturing them!
none for me