Martini drinks – legendary cocktails with Martini
Martini is one of the most iconic vermouth brands in the world and is also the basis for many legendary cocktails. When people search Google for martini drinks, dry martini cocktails, or pornstar martinis, they are usually looking for recipes, origins, and differences between individual martini drinks. This article therefore focuses primarily on the Dry Martini cocktail and the popular Pornstar Martini.
What is Martini and why is it so popular?
Martini is an Italian vermouth that originated in Turin in 1863. The most famous varieties:
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Martini Extra Dry
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Martini Bianco
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Martini Rosso
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Martini Fiero
Martini has a special place in the cocktail world—it's synonymous with elegance, minimalism, and classic bartending.
Dry Martini – king of cocktails
History of Dry Martini
The Dry Martini is one of the oldest and most famous cocktails ever. Its exact origin is a matter of debate, but the first mentions appear at the end of the 19th century. It became famous as the favorite drink of writers, politicians, and movie characters - the most famous being James Bond, although he prefers the "shaken, not stirred" version.
Original recipe for Dry Martini
Ingredients:
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60 ml gin
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10 ml Martini Extra Dry
Procedure:
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Add plenty of ice to the mixing glass.
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Add gin and Martini Extra Dry.
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Stir gently (approx. 20–30 seconds).
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Strain into a chilled martini glass.
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Garnish with olive or lemon zest.
A proper Dry Martini is stirred, not shaken.
What is the correct ratio for a Dry Martini?
The popular question "how much vermouth in a dry martini" has several answers:
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Classic: 6 : 1 (gin : vermouth)
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Extra Dry: 10 : 1
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Ultra Dry: just rinse the glass with vermouth
Taste profile of Dry Martini
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dry
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clean
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herbal
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strongly alcoholic
This is a drink for those who appreciate minimalism and high-quality ingredients.
Pornstar Martini – modern bar star
History Pornstar Martini
Pornstar Martini was created in London in 2002 by bartender Douglas Ankrah. Despite its name, it is an elegant and extremely popular cocktail that has become a hit on Instagram and Google searches.
Recipe for Pornstar Martini
Ingredients:
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40 ml vanilla vodka
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20 ml passion fruit liqueur
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20 ml passion fruit purée or juice
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10 ml vanilla syrup
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10 ml lime juice
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prosecco (served separately)
Procedure:
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Shake all ingredients except the prosecco in a shaker with ice.
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Strain into a chilled martini glass.
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Garnish with half a passion fruit.
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Serve Prosecco in a separate glass.
Frequently asked questions about Martini drinks
What is a Dry Martini cocktail?
Dry Martini is a classic cocktail made with gin and Martini Extra Dry dry vermouth. It is one of the most iconic and driest cocktails in the world.
What is the correct ratio for a Dry Martini?
The most common ratio is 6:1 (gin:vermouth). More experienced consumers also prefer drier variants of 10:1 or just a light rinse of the glass with vermouth.
What vermouth is used in a Dry Martini?
Only Martini Extra Dry is used, which adds a subtle herbal flavor without unnecessary sweetness.
Is a Dry Martini shaken or stirred?
A proper Dry Martini is stirred, not shaken. Stirring preserves the purity, clarity, and delicacy of the flavor.
Olives or lemon – what belongs in a Dry Martini?
Traditionally, green olives are used, but lemon zest (lemon twist) is also acceptable. The choice depends on personal preference.
