Original Martini

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 ounces London dry gin
• 1 1/2 ounces sweet vermouth, preferably Noilly Prat
• 1 dash orange bitters
• 1 teaspoon simple syrup
• Small piece lemon peel
• Green olive for garnish

Directions

1. In mixing glass or cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine gin, vermouth, bitters, and simple syrup. Stir well, about 20 seconds, then strain into cocktail coupe or martini glass. Twist lemon peel directly over drink to release essential oils, garnish with green olive, and serve.