Purity in a glass. Ensure it is ice cold and the purity of the vodka cuts through with a spark and refreshment that is sublime. This is not one to be sipped delicately - don't let it sit long enough to warm up.
The small amount of vermouth may seem irrelevant but it does add a delicate herbal top note that clearly stands out alongside the vodka. Go for the best and driest Vermouth you can find - Noilly Prat is always a safe choice.
Remember to twist the lemon peel. It really does add those citrus oils to the drink complementing the other flavours.
These original and enduring cocktails are called classics for a good reason.
Recipe
Add 2 measures vodka to the shaker with 2 teaspoons (or capfull) of Dry Vermouth. Shake on ice and strain into a cocktail glass. Twist a piece of lemon peel and drop into the drink. Garnish with olive on cocktail stick
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