With a 1990s drinks revival in full swing and a wealth of new bottles capturing the spirit’s nuances on the market, vodka cocktails are finally getting their due. The Dukes’ Martini is having a moment stateside, the equally adored and reviled Espresso Martini continues its reign and bartenders are putting sophisticated spins on everything from infamous “one and ones” to chaotic college cocktails.
To fully take part in the vodka renaissance, here are the vodka classics to know, from boozy, stirred drinks to fruit-forward throwbacks.