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Why does a (vodka) martini often come with an olive on a stick?
With Spectre being released in cinemas around the world soon, I've been looking for some James Bond montages on youtube. One of them that I came across was the classic "Vodka Martini. Shaken, not ...
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Is there any difference between cheap and expensive vodka?
Vodka is supposed to be odorless and flavorless (with the exception of flavored vodkas). So if I switch to a dirt-cheap vodka, can I save some money?
Is there any difference between cheap and ...
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Shaken, not stirred...but why?
Most people are probably familiar with the line from James Bond, "Vodka Martini, shaken not stirred." What I have never figured out is "why would it make a difference?"
I have tried making martinis ...
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