Is there anything else in a vodka martini besides vodka?

[AL_]

Apart from vodka, what else goes into a vodka martini? I'm trying to get into cocktail making and would love some insights on the typical ingredients.

 

[itsmepat]

A vodka martini is a super classic cocktail! Besides vodka, you'll want to add some dry vermouth, which gives it that smooth, slightly herbal flavor. Many people like to garnish it with a lemon twist or an olive for an extra touch. If you want it extra cold, don't forget to shake or stir it with ice before straining. Cheers to your cocktail journey!

 

[Mhal_Lee]

Aside from vodka, you also need dry vermouth to make it balanced and enhance the flavor. You can also add bitters like a dash of orange bitters, or garnish such as olive or a peel of lemon.