Which Martini Is Best

Classic Martini At the top of the list of the best types of martinis: the Classic Dry Martini! With one sip it announces itself: crisp, cool, searing, and spirit-forward. It’s seeped in tradition, and there’s no cocktail that has the amount of variations: shaken or stirred, gin or vodka, straight or on the rocks.

What is the best alcohol for a martini?

Gin is the classic choice, but by the 1970s, vodka had supplanted its botanical cousin, and it became the regular call in Dirty Martinis. You can choose whichever spirit you prefer, as both do an admirable job.

Should martinis be vodka or gin?

Vodka. The classic martini was created as a gin cocktail, so for those interested in having the typical martini experience, give gin a try. “Each gin you try will have a distinct flavor,” Katz explains. “Different brands of gin are made using different botanicals so they all taste unique.”