As one of the most versatile classic cocktails, a vodka martini leaves enough room for interpretation to become any drinker's favorite. There are countless ways to make this cocktail, allowing for a different experience every time. With only vodka, vermouth and some cocktail olives or a twist of lemon as the essential ingredients, it's a cocktail that can be shaken, stirred, served straight up with or without ice, or enjoyed up with a twist of lemon.
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CHOCOLATE MARTINI COCKTAIL
This liquid dessert combines chocolate-flavored liqueurs with vodka and half-and-half for a boozy and decadent drink.
Provided by Allrecipes
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Vodka Drinks Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine chocolate liqueur, creme de cacao, vodka, half-and-half, and ice in a cocktail shaker. Cover and shake until chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 27.9 mg, Fat 9 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 45.5 mg, Sugar 43.6 g
VODKA MARTINI
Make an easy vodka martini with our simple recipe for an elegant party tipple. Serve your cool cocktail with an olive or a twist of lemon peel
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Cocktails, Drink
Time 5m
Yield Makes 1
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Stir the vodka, dry vermouth and a little ice together or put them in a cocktail shaker to combine.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass. Serve with an olive on a cocktail stick or a twist of lemon peel.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.4 grams sugar
THE CLASSIC VODKA MARTINI
Steps:
- Pour a little bit of dry vermouth in a chilled martini glass and swirl to
- coat the inside of the glass. Dispose of excess vermouth. In a shaker full of ice,
- gently swirl or stir the vodka before straining into glass.
- Serving suggestion: Garnish with olives or lemon twist and add rocks if you like.
VODKA MARTINI
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake well or stir for at least 30 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass .
- Garnish with a lemon twist or olives. Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 3 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1 cocktail (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
VODKA MARTINI COCKTAIL
Vodka replaces gin in this variation of the classic martini. Shake until ice cold and serve up in a chilled martini glass.
Provided by Home Happy Hour
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Vodka Drinks Recipes
Time 4m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine vodka and dry vermouth in a cocktail mixing glass. Fill with ice and stir until chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with three olives on a toothpick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 134.2 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
WATERMELON VODKA MARTINI
If you like watermelon you're going to love this refreshing martini made with fresh watermelon juice, watermelon-infused simple syrup, your favorite vodka with a Tajin® rimmed glass. This is the perfect cocktail for summer fun on the patio with family and friends.
Provided by CookingWithShelia
Categories Martinis
Time 45m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set aside a few watermelon chunks for garnish and pass remaining watermelon pieces through a juicer. Measure out 1/2 cup and 3 ounces of watermelon juice separately. Reserve remaining watermelon juice for a different use.
- Combine 1/2 cup fresh watermelon juice, sugar, and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat and allow watermelon-infused simple syrup to cool, about 30 minutes.
- Combine vodka, 3 ounces watermelon juice, 1 ounce watermelon-infused simple syrup, and fresh lime juice in a cocktail shaker. Fill shaker with ice and shake well.
- Place Tajin® seasoning on a saucer. Wet the rim of your glasses with the lime you just squeezed and roll the rim in Tajin® seasoning. Pour cocktail into the cups and garnish with watermelon chunks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1191.2 calories, Carbohydrate 278.4 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 657.4 mg, Sugar 246.4 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality vodka. The better the vodka, the better the martini. Look for a brand that is smooth and has a clean flavor.
- Use fresh vermouth. Vermouth is a fortified wine that adds flavor and complexity to a martini. Make sure to use fresh vermouth that has been opened recently.
- Chill your ingredients. All of the ingredients in a martini should be chilled before they are combined. This will help to create a refreshing and flavorful drink.
- Stir, don't shake. A martini should be stirred, not shaken. Shaking the drink will cause it to become cloudy and diluted.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon or an olive. A twist of lemon or an olive is the traditional garnish for a martini. This adds a touch of flavor and elegance to the drink.
Conclusion:
The vodka martini is a classic cocktail that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is a simple drink to make, but it can be difficult to perfect. By following these tips, you can make a vodka martini that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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