Add ice to a Martini glass.

Add water to glass just until it covers the ice; this will frost the glass on emptied.

Add ice to the shaker.

Add vermouth and vodka to the shaker. Normally the shaker cap will measure out an ounce when filled to the top.

Add the cap to the lid and place the lid on the shaker.

Shake vigorously for 4-8 shakes.

Empty the glass of its water and ice.

Strain shaker contents into glass.

Skewer 2 olives onto a swizzle stick. I used pimento stuffed olives but I normally prefer blue cheese stuffed olives, especially when pairing with steak.

Hold the glass from the stem and enjoy.