Gin: Martinis can be made with gin or vodka. I'm a fan of gin personally, and it really is personal preference here. If you want to use vodka instead, no worries—it's still the same amount. Canned ...

Fruity, delicate, and floral, this Martini is a sophisticated classic. With its floral aromas and nutty, dry flavor, Manzanilla sherry is a surprisingly perfect complement to the sweetness and ...

There was a time when William Tsui, co-owner and beverage director of Oakland’s Viridian, groaned at the thought of making a lychee martini. He shook up countless orders of the sweet, potent drinks ...

Prairie Rose is Food & Wine's senior drinks editor. A trained sommelier, cocktail book author, and wine and spirits educator, in addition to Food & Wine she is also the senior editor of Liquor.com.