There are very few American inventions more American than the martini – a classic cocktail of gin and vermouth, garnished with lemon. But today, a martini’s ingredients may be up for debate, with variations and proportions skewed to personal taste. “Sunday Morning” contributor Kelefa Sanneh looks at the history of the martini, with a twist.
What makes a martini a martini?
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