While there are hundreds of varieties of olives, there are only a few methods of curing. The two most prolific and popular ...

Select olives you wish to cure. Discard any that are soft or blemished ... Place in clean jars. Prepare a light brine solution of 6 Tbsp non-iodised salt to 16 cups water (adjust this to suit ...

Add gin, vermouth, and olive brine. Vigorously stir until very cold, 30 to 45 seconds. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Skewer olives and place in glass. Serve cold.