2 fl gin
1/4 fl dry vermouth
Directions
Stir ingredients over ice in mixing glass. Strain into cocktail glass.
Garnish with stuffed green olive.
Servings: 1 servings
Martini~ Extra Dry (8-To-1) Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Alcohol; Beverages; Cocktail; Drink; Martini
The History of Recipes
It is quite feasible to follow the history of recipes back into antiquity, in truth as far as early Egypt, and possibly even further. However, sadly, these old cookbooks were just very simple pictorial instructions for meal preparation.
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We hope you enjoy this Martini~ Extra Dry (8 To 1) recipe.
