Vodka
Vin D'orange (Orange Wine)
By Susan Herrmann Loomis
Blended Vodka Daiquiris with Lime and Mint
By Colin Cowie
Roasted Red Bell Pepper-Bloody Mary Sauce
By Abigail Kirsch and Susan M. Greenberg
Frozen Espresso Martini With Spiked Whipped Cream
This frozen cocktail uses instant espresso for a strong flavor and unbeatable convenience.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Violet Vodka Slushy
Crème de violette is an exuberantly floral violet liqueur that gives vibrant color to this fun frozen cocktail.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Green Apple Martini
Call it an appletini if you wish, one thing's for certain: This Jolly-Rancher-hued drink, garnished with a candy-red cherry, is as striking as it is delicious.
By Carlos Quinonez
Crispy Fried Shrimp and Giardiniera
How do you make fried shrimp better? By adding giardiniera to the mix. Here the duo gets coated in a vodka-spiked batter to create a remarkably crisp exterior.
By Jesse Szewczyk
Dirty Martini Chicken Thighs
This cheeky chicken recipe crams all of the iconic flavors of a dirty martini—olive brine, vodka, vermouth, and all—into a savory one-pan meal.
By Jesse Szewczyk
Earl Grey Martini
Quickly infusing vodka with earl grey tea bags creates a distinct floral foundation for this fun (and caffeinated) take on a martini.
By Jesse Szewczyk
Creamed Onions Alla Vodka
Think creamed onions but reimagined with the flavors of alla vodka sauce: tomato paste, heavy cream, Parmesan, and (yup, you guessed it) vodka.
By Hana Asbrink
Easy Lemon Drop
This punchy sweet-and-sour lemon drop “martini” is best served with a side of gossip at your next happy hour.
By Rachel Gurjar
Poo Driver Cocktail
What began as a prank is now a beloved brunch cocktail at Cafe Mutton in Hudson, NY. Who knew prune juice, lemon juice, vodka, and Fernet could be so delicious?
By Shaina Loew-Banayan
Moscow Mule
With spicy ginger beer, vodka, and lime juice, a Moscow Mule is a cocktail for all seasons—and one that’s remarkably easy to prepare at home.
By Cock'n Bull
Celery and Salted Lemon Cocktail
This brunch cocktail uses 8 celery stalks so, if you ignore the vodka, it’s basically spa water.
By Andy Baraghani