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Dirt Martini Recipe

This classic dirty vodka martini blends vodka, dry vermouth, and olive brine for a bold, savory cocktail finished with briny stuffed olives.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 209

Ingredients
  

  • 6 fluid ounces vodka
  • 1 dash dry vermouth
  • 1 fluid ounce brine from olive jar
  • 4 stuffed green olives

Equipment

  • Mixing glass or cocktail shaker
  • Bar spoon or long spoon
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Strainer (if serving up)
  • Martini or cocktail glasses

Method
 

  1. Start by gathering everything and chilling your glasses if you’re serving the martini straight up.
  2. In a mixing glass, add the vodka, dry vermouth, olive brine, and the stuffed olives.
  3. Add ice and stir gently until the drink is very cold and well mixed.
  4. Serve it on the rocks, or strain into chilled cocktail glasses if you prefer it up. Drop an olive into each glass and enjoy.