Blavod Martini – Black Vodka and Sweet Vermouth Cocktail

The Blavod Martini is a dark vodka cocktail built around Blavod black vodka and sweet vermouth. The vodka gives the drink its striking color and clean spirit base, while sweet vermouth adds herbal, wine-like richness. A maraschino cherry completes the darker fruit profile.

Black Vodka, Simple Structure

The visual impact comes from the vodka, but the drink itself stays straightforward. Sweet vermouth softens the spirit and adds spice and fruit without overwhelming the clean vodka base.

What You'll Need

Ingredients

• Blavod black vodka – provides the dark color and clean spirit base.
• Sweet vermouth – adds herbal sweetness and wine character.
• Maraschino cherry – gives the drink a classic fruit garnish.

If Blavod is unavailable, another black vodka can preserve the visual concept, though flavor and color may vary. Regular vodka will work structurally but removes the drink's defining appearance.

Equipment

Use a mixing glass, bar spoon, jigger, strainer, and chilled cocktail glass.

Why Sweet Vermouth Works

The richer vermouth gives the dark vodka more depth than a dry vermouth would. At a restrained measure, it rounds the drink without taking attention away from the spirit or the dramatic color.

Substitutions & Variations

Use a richer rosso vermouth for more spice and fruit, or garnish with an orange twist instead of a cherry for a brighter aromatic finish.

Helpful Tips

Keep sweet vermouth refrigerated after opening. Stir with plenty of hard ice until the alcohol heat softens, and serve immediately so the drink stays cold and visually sharp.