How to Make a Vodka Martini Like James Bond

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Vodka Martini

The Martini is a cocktail that has been traditionally made with gin and vermouth. However, the vodka Martini became popularized with the James Bond character in the Ian Fleming novels and the corresponding films - as did the term "shaken, not stirred." In Fleming's first Bond novel, CASINO ROYALE , James Bond orders a vodka Martini and requests his preference for it to be shaken. Sean Connery's portrayal of Bond, the British Secret Service Agent, first uttered the catch phrase in the film, Goldfinger" in 1964. If you have been accustomed to only Martinis made with gin and vermouth, you need to try the trendier vodka Martini. This article will explain how to make a superb vodka Martini - "shaken, not stirred."

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

vodka
vermouth
3-piece cocktail shaker
ice
olives

Step 1

Use an elegant Martini glass - crystal if you have it. Aesthetics are everything. Frost the Martini Glass and the cocktail shaker in the freezer ahead of time. That will make the Martini colder. Martinis are always better when served extremely cold.
Step 2

For best results, use premium ingredients and fresh garnishes. I have no preference for the vermouth, but my vodka preference is Grey Goose. Keep the liquid ingredients chilled.
Step 3

Have on hand a 3-piece shaker, strainer and a jigger for measuring. Next you should measure into the jigger 1 1/2 shots of vodka and 3/4 of a shot of vermouth. Pour both the vodka and vermouth into the chilled and ice-filled cocktail shaker. Shake well. Pour the delectable iced cocktail into a chilled elegant Martini glass, and garnish with a couple of olives. I like extra olives, jumbo size. If you are dieting, ladies, the extra olives can even serve as your meal, if you are so inclined. Martini olives, however, would not be recommended by nutritionists as a healthy meal replacement. Enjoy your vodka martini, "shaken, not stirred", and let your Bond fantasies begin!

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southerngirl09 said

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on 2/6/2010 This is a recipe I will surely file under favorites. Thanks for sharing How to Make a Vodka Martini Like James Bond. 5*

goodselfme said

on 12/18/2009 TX for the James Bond martini recipe. The fluted Martini glass makes the drink a pleasure to enjoy too.5*

brabbit said

on 12/17/2009 Lol, I love the title. Very catchy, 5* for a great read.

jeni10 said

on 12/11/2009 I've never made a martini before. Thanks for sharing your recipe for how to make a vodka martini like James Bond. I will try this during Christmas. Great article. 5*