How to Make a Dirty Martini

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Add ice to your cocktail shaker.

   The shaker should be filled about half to three-quarters full, which will briefly chill the drink as it's mixed.
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   Step 2: Freeze your martini glasses to keep the drink chilled.

   If you don't have time to freeze the glasses, simply fill them up with ice water for a few minutes while you prepare everything else.
   
   Then dump the chilled water just before pouring the drink out. , Start with the given ratio and adjust it as necessary
   -- roughly 5 portions of vodka, and 1 of each vermouth and olive brine.
   
   Olive brine is simply the juice that cocktail olives are stored in. , Like most drinks, many bartenders have differing opinions on how long to shake a dirty martini.
   
   The longer your shake, the colder the drink will be, but coldness also dampens flavor, making this a delicate balancing act.
   
   At least five seconds is a must,and 10-15 is a good middle ground, but some bartenders shake for up to thirty seconds., Make sure you strain out the ice, as a dirty martini is never served on the rocks.
   
   This is why pre-chilling the glasses is such a big part of a successful drink. , Stab 3-4 olives onto a toothpick and let them soak in the martini.
   
   They'll soak up some alcohol and provide a delicious treat when your drink is done.
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   Step 3: Add the vodka

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   Step 4: splash of vermouth

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   Step 5: and olive juice to the cocktail shaker.

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   Step 6: Close the mixer and vigorously shake the cocktail for 5-10 seconds.

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   Step 7: Strain into the cocktail glass.

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   Step 8: Garnish with the cocktail olive.

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