It's style and sophistication in a glass by itself. Cool. And of course it is "shaken not stirred". Start with a frosty martini glass and plenty of ice.  

Better yet. Chill your Vodka in the freezer, along with the glass. Next, fill a shaker with ice and pour six to eight parts Vodka to one part dry Vermouth over the rocks.

For a drier, dustier martini, cut back on the vermouth. Give it a fast, furious shake and pour into a frigid glass. Remember, the presentation is half the fun!  

An olive or onion is the finishing touch. Simply sensational.