The martini—one of cocktail culture’s true classics, first gained popularity in the U.S. during the 1920s and 1930s, becoming a Jazz Age symbol of sophistication. Originally a gin drink before the ...

Vodka, oh vodka. It’s one of those spirits that instantly brings a flavor memory to mind, whether it’s from souvenir shot glasses or a neutral vodka-soda. Meaning “little water” in Russian, vodka ...

2 1/2 oz. vodka or gin dry vermouth Green olive or strip lemon zest removed with a peeler, for garnish Optional: Freeze martini glass 15 minutes before making the drink. For a shaken martini: Fill a ...

Crafted from malt spirit and the “soft” waters from Siberian artesian wells and then rested for 30 days, the triple-filtered Beluga Russian Noble Vodka is crisp as winter’s day. With very little burn ...

For years martini-shaming has not only been accepted; it’s been a sort of bloodsport among the cocktail cognoscenti. James Bond is a fool for ordering his martinis shaken. Vodka drinkers can excuse ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Aly Walansky is a NY-based journalist who covers cocktails and dining. A vodka martini is the most classic of cocktails, and there ...