ManMade Video How To: The Perfect Martini, Stirred Not Shaken

Turns out, James Bond had it all wrong. A martini is a drink that contains only spirits, and benefits quite a bit from stirring rather than shaking. Stirring creates a heavy, silky feel on the tongue, and avoids what connoisseurs called “bruising” the drink (integrating air bubbles). Of course, it’s all about how you like it, but we hope you’ll give this classic-style martini a try.

Just remember: a 3:1 gin (or vodka) to vermouth ratio keeps things refreshing, cold and balanced.  

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