Martini Cocktail

 To make a classic Martini cocktail, you'll need a few simple ingredients and tools. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Ingredients:

- 2 ½ oz (75 ml) Gin (or Vodka, if you prefer a Vodka Martini)

- ½ oz (15 ml) Dry Vermouth

- Ice

- Lemon twist or Olive (for garnish)

 Equipment:

- Mixing glass or cocktail shaker

- Stirring stick or bar spoon (if stirring)

- Strainer

- Martini glass

Instructions:

1. **Chill the Glass:** Start by chilling your Martini glass. You can do this by filling it with ice water and letting it sit for a few minutes.

2. **Prepare the Cocktail:** 

   - If you're stirring: In a mixing glass, add the gin (or vodka) and vermouth. Add ice cubes and stir gently for about 20 seconds until chilled.

   - If you're shaking: In a cocktail shaker, add the gin (or vodka) and vermouth. Fill the shaker with ice, close it, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.

3. **Strain into Glass:** Empty the ice from your chilled Martini glass and strain the cocktail from the mixing glass or shaker into the glass.

4. **Garnish:** Add a lemon twist or an olive to garnish your Martini.

 Optional Adjustments:

- **Dry Martini:** Reduce the amount of vermouth for a dryer version.

- **Wet Martini:** Increase the vermouth for a slightly wetter Martini.

- **Dirty Martini:** Add a splash of olive brine for a savory twist.

Enjoy your Martini!