National Martini Day: Time to Master the Classic Cocktail

Next National Martini Day Thursday, 19 June 2025

Channel your inner James Bond as it is National Martini Day today on June 19th! It is the perfect excuse to raise a glass, and celebrate this iconic drink.

Martinis are a type of drink made with gin and vermouth and garnished with an olive or a lemon twist.

Although the exact origin of this iconic cocktail is unknown, it is generally believed that martinis date back to the 19th century. Also, martinis are purely an American creation that quickly spread to the rest of the globe.

Who Started National Martini Day

Did you know that National Martini Day has been in existence since 1997? Yes, it has been almost 30 days since a special day has been dedicated to this special drink.

However, National Martini Day should not be confused with World Martini Day as the latter came much later in 2012. Belvedere Vodka was the one that started World Martini Day. World Martini Day is celebrated on the third Saturday of June.

How to Make the Perfect Classic Martini Recipe At Home

Martini Ingredients

Now, a classic martini is usually made with Gin but if you prefer vodka, so be it!

Besides Gin/vodka, you need dry Vermouth, olives, or a lemon twist and ice, please!

Step By Step Process to Make the Perfect Glass of Martini

First, put two or three ice cubes in your glass.
Add gin to it.
Next, add some vermouth. [Remember the preferred ratio of gin to vermouth in a classic martini is 2:1 but it varies according to one's taste]
If you wish to make a dirty martini, this is an extra step where you have to add olive brine
Stir, strain, and serve with an olive garnish. Cheers, your chilled martini is ready!

How to Make Dry Martini

As the name suggests, Dry Martini uses less vermouth than a classic one. The gin-to-vermouth ratio can vary, but a common starting point is 5:1.
This means the drink is drier and has a more prominent gin flavor compared to the herbal notes of the vermouth.

This means the drink is drier and has a more prominent gin flavor compared to the herbal notes of the vermouth.

Dry Martini Recipe

Fill a shaker with ice cubes and add around 5 tablespoons of London dry gin and 1 tablespoon of dry vermouth.
Stir and stir and stir!
Strain the drink into a chilled martini glass where you'll enjoy your drink.
Lastly, garnish with either olive or lemon peel, and enjoy.