In a Classic Martini, what are the typical gin to dry vermouth ratios?

• A. 2:1 gin to vermouth
• B. Usually 6:1 to 3:1 (gin: vermouth), commonly around 10 ml vermouth per 60 ml gin; drier with less vermouth.
• C. 3:2 gin to vermouth
• D. 1:1 gin to vermouth

Answer: (B)

In a Classic Martini, dryness is controlled by how much dry vermouth you mix with the gin. The traditional, widely used range is from about 6:1 to 3:1 (gin to vermouth). That means you might use roughly 10 ml of vermouth with 60 ml of gin (6:1) or increase the vermouth a bit to about 20 ml per 60 ml gin (3:1). The smaller the vermouth amount, the drier the drink. This is why the common practical guideline is around 10 ml vermouth per 60 ml gin, with the ratio skewed toward gin. Ratios like 2:1, 3:2, or 1:1 would make the drink significantly less dry and not fit the typical Classic Martini profile.