Classic Vodka Martini

Optional: Freeze martini glass 15 minutes before making the drink. For a shaken martini: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka and vermouth and shake until well chilled. Strain into a martini glass, garnish with olive or lemon peel, and serve. For a stirred martini: Pour the vodka and vermouth into a  mixing glass or cocktail shaker filled with ice. Stir vigorously, about 20 seconds, until well chilled. Strain into a martini glass, garnish with olive or lemon peel and serve.