Step 1

In a mixing glass filled with ice, pour the gin (or vodka), dry vermouth, and olive brine. Stir it well until the outside of the glass is very cold, about 20-30 seconds.

Step 2

Strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail or martini glass.

Step 3

Drop in the olives or skewer them on a cocktail pick and lay it across the rim of the glass.

Step 4

Serve and enjoy!