Sipsmith is a small-batch made London Dry gin made in England. Ketel One is a vodka made in the Netherlands. St-Germain is ...

When it comes to making (or shaking) a good martini, there are endless factors that affect quality — gin vs. vodka, measurement amounts of dry vermouth, type of olives, addition of olive brine, the ...

“HOLY F***. This is next level. 800x better than before.” The above, quoted verbatim from my personal notes (minus the asterisks, of course), were my first written thoughts upon trying a proper Olive ...

While nobody will fault you for making your martini with vodka, an “authentic” martini is made with gin and vermouth and often has an olive and/or lemon twist garnish. It’s simple, elegant, and a ...

Gin can produce a number of classic, refreshing cocktails, perfect for a New Year's celebration. But what cocktails should you choose? Here are several classic gin cocktails that can help you usher in ...

If you’re going to drink during Dry January, you should do it right. You may not be familiar with these gins, but they all go great with a splash of vermouth and the garnish of your choice. ByTony ...

Just like any bevy in the bar world, "the beauty is in the eye of the beer-holder." The base spirit you select for a martini depends entirely on what you're looking to get out of your cocktail. Your ...