Extra Dry Martini

Directions

1. 1
   Add ice to a Martini glass.
2. 2
   Add water to glass just until it covers the ice; this will frost the glass on emptied.
3. 3
   Add ice to the shaker.
4. 4
   Add vermouth and vodka to the shaker.
5. 5
   Normally the shaker cap will measure out an ounce when filled to the top.
6. 6
   Add the cap to the lid and place the lid on the shaker.
7. 7
   Shake vigorously for 4-8 shakes.
8. 8
   Empty the glass of its water and ice.
9. 9
   Strain shaker contents into glass.
10. 10
    Skewer 2 olives onto a swizzle stick.
11. 11
    I used pimento stuffed olives but I normally prefer blue cheese stuffed olives, especially when pairing with steak.
12. 12
    Hold the glass from the stem and enjoy.