What makes a martini? Tradition calls for gin and vermouth garnished with an olive or lemon twist. Substituting vodka, changing the ratio of the spirits or adding extra olive juice are ways to venture ...

Bartenders reveal the most overrated cocktails—from espresso martinis to mojitos—and share smarter swaps like Carajillos, ...

A martini is classically made with gin and a rinse of vermouth, but you can make it with vodka if you prefer. For a dry ...

What’s the difference between a dirty and regular martini? Dive into the world of cocktails to discover how these two variations stand apart. A regular martini is a classic cocktail, flawlessly ...

I never really got into Martinis—too fancy, too strong too "not me." But now that I’m a little older (and a tad more adventurous), I think it’s time to give them a proper chance. Plus, Martinis are ...

The martini is one of the most iconic drinks in all of cocktail history, thanks in no small part to British superspy James Bond. Bond might take his martini shaken, not stirred — but please, we’re ...

When it comes to classic cocktails, few are as well-known and easy to make as the martini. Simply put, it’s a gin (or vodka if you prefer) and dry vermouth-based cocktail. At its bare bone, that’s ...

Few cities do a Martini better than New York City. From old-school steakhouses to swanky cocktail bars, we talked to local ...