Definition

Noun: - A cocktail that is a variation of the classic martini, made with vodka as the primary spirit instead of gin, and typically mixed with dry vermouth.

Usage

• The term "vodka martini" specifically names a cocktail. It is used to order or describe this specific drink.
• It is often served chilled, straight up (without ice) in a martini glass, and may be garnished with an olive or a twist of lemon peel.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "Shaken, not stirred": A famous preparation preference for a vodka martini, popularized by the James Bond film series.
  • "A vodka martini, shaken, not stirred," is the iconic order of the fictional spy.

Variants and Related Words

• Martini (n): The parent cocktail, traditionally made with gin and vermouth.
• Vodkatini (n): An informal synonym for a vodka martini.
• Gin martini (n): The traditional form of the martini, highlighting the distinction.

Synonyms

• Vodkatini (informal)

Notes

• While "martini" alone often implies the gin-based version, specifying "vodka martini" is necessary to indicate the substitution of the base spirit. This term is a compound noun naming a specific beverage.

Noun

1. martini made with vodka rather than gin