Perfect Gin Martini Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Place a cocktail glass in the freezer to chill.
2. 2
   Combine the gin and vermouth in a shaker, fill it halfway with ice, and stir vigorously until well chilled, about 20 seconds.
3. 3
   Strain into the chilled glass.
4. 4
   Garnish with olives or a twist of lemon.
5. 5
   (If using a twist, be sure to run the slice over the glasss rim.)