Step 1.
- Chill the martini glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
Step 2.
- In a mixing glass, add 2 ounces of cognac and 1/2 ounce of dry vermouth.
Step 3.
- Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled.
Step 4.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled martini glass.
Step 5.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon peel, expressing the oils over the drink before placing it in the glass.