Martinis

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"Shaken, not stirred." This phrase is probably the most famous line that any spy ever uttered. Since Spytrainer is all about training spies, it is only proper that we teach you a thing or two about the ultimate spy drink. However, instead of just blindly following Mr. Bond, we need to investigate the whole issue. So, the question is, do you shake it or stir?

 

There are reasons for both schools of thought. Shaking breaks up the ice, which makes the drink more watery, and results in a slightly weaker drink and altering the taste. Also, the martini will be cloudy in appearance. However, if you are a traditionalist and use the classic gin and vermouth, the shaking is said to "bruise" the gin, again altering the taste (presumably for the better).

 

However you drink it, shaken or stirred, make sure you enjoy it and don't screw up your face; it's a manly drink!

 

Four easy martini recipes

 

- Classic Martini

2 oz. gin, splash of vermouth (adding less vermouth will make a dryer martini).

 

- Dirty Martini

 

2 oz. gin, splash of vermouth, splash of olive juice. Garnish with olives.

 

- Chocolate Martini

1 oz. crème de cocoa, 1 oz. vodka.

 

- James Bond Martini, aka the Vesper

 

2 oz. Gordon's gin, 1 oz. Russian or Polish vodka, splash of Kina Lillet vermouth. Garnish with lemon.