Name: Black-Tie Martinis
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: Makes 3 drinks
Ingredients: 9 ounces (1 cup plus 2 tablespoon) gin or vodka; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, crushed; 1 tablespoon dry vermouth; 3 dashes Angostura bitters; Garnish: lemon twist

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