Vodka Martini
The classic recipe for a Vodka Martini, also known as a "Vodkatini." A simple and elegant blend of vodka and dry vermouth.
Strengthvery strong
GlassMartini glass
BaseVodka
GarnishLemon peel or green olive
Prep Time5 mins
CuisineAmerican
Description
The Vodka Martini, often referred to as a "Vodkatini" or "Kangaroo," is the vodka-based version of the world-famous Dry Martini. Made immortal by James Bond's famous line "shaken, not stirred," this drink replaces the botanical gin with the clean, pure power of vodka. The result is a smoother, less herbal, but equally potent cocktail. The quality of the vodka is crucial to the taste here.
Preparation
- Fill a martini glass with ice to pre-chill it.
- Add vodka and dry vermouth to a cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes (for the "shaken" version) or a mixing glass.
- Shake vigorously or stir until the vessel is ice-cold.
- Discard the ice from the cocktail glass.
- Strain the contents through a bar strainer into the ice-cold glass.
- Express a lemon peel over the drink or add a green olive as a garnish.
