Martini
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The Martini is a classic cocktail, not a dish, originating in the late 19th century United States. It is traditionally made with gin and dry vermouth, stirred with ice and strained into a chilled glass, often garnished with an olive or a lemon twist.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
A standard Martini is very low in carbohydrates and fat, with virtually no protein. Its calories, roughly 150-200 per serving, come almost entirely from the alcohol in the gin and vermouth.
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the Martini is an iconic symbol of sophistication and has been famously associated with fictional spy James Bond, who prefers his 'shaken, not stirred.' Nutritionally, its simplicity means it provides no significant vitamins or minerals, offering only empty calories from alcohol.