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Vodka Martini

Vodka Martini is better for deliberate sipping, built around clean, dry and strong. The mouthfeel is lean, light body, and the overall impression is decidedly spirit-forward. Oysters is a sensible food match when you want to order it at the table. The index points toward Oysters or Caviar at the table; Homemade Kahlua is the nearest place to continue exploring.

CleanDryStrong
APPROX. ABV
30%
STRENGTH
5/5
DRINKABILITY
2/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness1
Bitterness0
Sourness1
Strength5
Body1
Drinkability2
Fruity0
Herbal1
Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Vodka

25 ml Modifier

Method
Stir with ice and strain.
Glass
Coupe or Old Fashioned
Garnish
Classic garnish
Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Oysters
02Caviar

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

UNDERSTAND THE STYLE

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Cocktail basicsHow to choose a cocktail when the menu tells you almost nothing→Cocktail basicsCocktail families, made useful rather than complicated→TasteSweet, sour, bitter and strong are not the same question→

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